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zotero-semantic-scholar-assistant

by zebin426-wq · github.com/zebin426-wq/zotero-semantic-scholar-assistant

Zotero Semantic Scholar Assistant

Reading & PDFsImport & metadata
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Downloads a .xpi file (0.05 MB). In Zotero, open Tools → Plugins and install it from the file.
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DownloadsAll-time downloads of its release files from GitHub. Installs from elsewhere aren't counted.
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ContributorsPeople who have committed code to the repository.
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LicenceThe licence the code is published under, as GitHub reports it.
None stated
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Atlas gradeRecommended
because every code check came out low
Applies to v0.0.1, released 8 May 2026Code checked · tested installed in Zotero 9.0.6 on 27 Sep 2026
Doesn't work with the current Zotero (10)Works with Zotero 8, 9.
Documentation in Chinese onlyOur summary is in English, but the plugin's own docs and support are in Chinese.
What we found in the codeSets the gradeThe worst finding in these three areas sets the grade.
Code transparencyReadable code; not yet checked against the published sourceThe developer uploaded the release file from the zebin426-wq account. We haven't yet checked whether this file matches the public source code.UnknownWe couldn't check this yet.
Updates
Doesn't update automatically: the update address is a placeholder
Where your data goesIts code only names services we could identify2 addresses in 1 group.LowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
Scholarly services (2)
api.semanticscholar.orgnamed in its codeThe address is in its code, but we didn't trace a request to it. It may be a link or unused.arxiv.orgnamed in its codeThe address is in its code, but we didn't trace a request to it. It may be a link or unused.
Powerful capabilitiesStores API keys or passwords, and 1 moreLowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
Stores API keys or passwordslowLow concern.Works with files on your computerlowLow concern.
Before you installShown, not gradedFacts to help you decide. They don't change the grade.
Works withZotero 8, 9 · not 10, 11 betaDoesn't work with the current Zotero (10)MediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install. One medium finding makes the grade B.
Zotero 8 ✓ worksZotero 9 ✓ worksZotero 10 ✗ doesn't workZotero 11 beta ✗ doesn't work
What you'll needAn API key for some featuresDetected automatically from its code
No further detail for this area yet.
MaintenanceActive · last release 8 May 20261 contributor
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LanguagesDocumentation in Chinese onlyInterface: English and Chinese
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We report what we found in the code. Open any area for the evidence.How we gradeReport a problem

What it does

Description coming soon. We haven't written a summary yet. The line above is the developer's own description; the developer's README is linked above.

What you'll need

Detected automatically
  • An API key for some featuresWorks without one: Semantic Scholar requests are sent without a key header when none is set (demo mock mode is on by default). Needs a key (Semantic Scholar): An optional Semantic Scholar API key (extra rate limit); the default mock mode shows demo data only.
  • Zotero 8, 9Not working with Zotero 10

Where your data goes

We found: its code only names services we could identify. 2 addresses in 1 group.

Scholarly services (2)
api.semanticscholar.orgnamed in its codearxiv.orgnamed in its code

Forks and alternatives

No forks listed.

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The developer's response

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Install zotero-semantic-scholar-assistant
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  1. 1Download the plugin fileDownload v0.0.1.xpi · 0.05 MB
  2. 2In Zotero, open Tools › Plugins
  3. 3Click the gear, choose Install Plugin From File… and pick the file
Step-by-step guide with pictures