How to Use Paperguide

Getting started with Paperguide

In this guide, you will learn how to set up Paperguide and start using it to condense your literature review process. By the end, you'll be able to summarise academic papers quickly and efficiently.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to the Paperguide website.
2. Click on the "Get Started for Free" button located at the top right corner.
3. Fill in the required details to create your account, or sign up using your Google account for quicker access.
4. Once signed in, you will be taken to your dashboard where you can start uploading papers.

Step 2: Your first literature review

1. On your dashboard, click the "Upload PDF" button.
2. Select the academic paper you want to summarise from your device.
3. After the upload is complete, click on the paper’s title to open it.
4. You will see options like "Summarise" and "Chat with PDF". Click on "Summarise" to generate a condensed version of the paper.
5. Review the summary, which will be displayed on the right side of the screen. You can also ask specific questions about the content using the "Chat with PDF" feature.

Step 3: Get better results

1. For optimal summaries, ensure your PDF is clear and well-formatted. Avoid documents with excessive images or complex layouts.
2. Use concise questions in the "Chat with PDF" section to get targeted insights. For example, ask "What are the key findings?" or "What is the methodology used?"
3. Explore the "Advanced Options" to adjust the summary length if you need a more detailed or concise output.

Pro tip

Use the "Chat with PDF" feature to clarify specific sections or concepts within the paper. This saves time compared to rereading entire papers for understanding.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid uploading scanned documents or images of text, as Paperguide works best with standard PDF files containing selectable text. This will ensure the AI can accurately read and summarise the content.