Which citation syntax does ReadMD recognize?
ReadMD recognizes inline forms such as `[@vaswani2017attention]` or `@author2024` and renders them as citation badges when the matching entry is available.
Keep citations connected to your draft.
Put the BibTeX file beside your Markdown, write citation keys inline, inspect source details on demand, and review the assembled reference section without leaving the document.
Local citation workflow
Keep the bibliography nearby
Store the `.bib` file in the same folder as your Markdown document so ReadMD can scan it automatically.
Write citation keys
Use inline forms such as `[@vaswani2017attention]` or `@author2024` while drafting.
Inspect the card
Hover a citation badge to check the title, authors, year, venue, and DOI where those fields are available.
Review the references
Check the assembled reference section at the end and copy BibTeX where you need to correct or reuse an entry.
Academic citation questions
Where should the BibTeX file be placed?
Place the `.bib` file in the same directory as the Markdown document so ReadMD can scan the neighboring bibliography.
What metadata can a citation card show?
Where available, a hover card can expose the paper title, authors, year, venue, and DOI link, and let you copy the BibTeX entry.
Does this replace a reference manager?
No. It connects your existing BibTeX library to the writing workflow. Check entries, formatting requirements, and the final reference section before submission.