Can I update multiple fields in a single command?

Yes, you can provide multiple field flags (e.g., both --title and --type) simultaneously to update several attributes of a single entry.

What happens if the entry ID is not found?

The skill will return an error message indicating the entry does not exist, ensuring you don't accidentally create new, incomplete entries.

Does this skill overwrite my original .bib file?

By default, the skill overwrites the input file to reflect changes, but you can use the --output flag to save the updated version to a different file.

How does the skill identify which entry to update?

The skill uses a required --id parameter which must match the unique citation key of the entry you wish to modify.

Is the formatting of my BibTeX file preserved?

Yes, the skill is designed to auto-detect and preserve the existing format of the bibliography file during the update process.

BibTeX Entry Updater

Name: BibTeX Entry Updater
Author: Mearman

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コンテンツ管理

Modifies and updates existing bibliography entries by ID to maintain accurate citation and reference data.

The bib-update skill provides a streamlined way for Claude to modify specific bibliography entries within .bib files. It allows for targeted updates to fields such as titles and entry types while ensuring that the original file formatting is preserved and metadata remains consistent. This skill is particularly useful for researchers, academics, and developers who need to programmatically correct citation errors, update publication statuses, or refine reference libraries without the risk of manual editing mistakes.

主な機能

01Precise ID-based entry targeting

02Automatic file format preservation

03Option for in-place file updates or separate output generation

042 GitHub stars

05Support for updating titles, entry types, and custom fields

06Validation logic to ensure entries exist before modification

ユースケース

01Correcting metadata typos in academic citations

02Updating a 'misc' entry type to 'article' or 'book' post-publication

03Bulk-updating bibliography fields during literature review refinement

What are Skills?·How to Install

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npx skillfish add mearman/marketplace bib-update

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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