Content·Updated April 8, 2026

Notion Research Documentation

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Research across Notion and synthesize into structured briefs, comparisons, or reports with citations. Perfect for UX researchers gathering info from multiple sources.

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SKILL.md

---
name: notion-research-documentation
description: Research across Notion and synthesize into structured documentation with citations.
---

# Research & Documentation

Pull relevant Notion pages, synthesize findings, and publish clear briefs or reports with citations and links to sources.

## Quick Start
1. Find sources with targeted search queries; confirm scope with user
2. Fetch pages; note key sections and capture citations
3. Choose output format (brief, summary, comparison, comprehensive report)
4. Draft in Notion using the matching template
5. Link sources and add references section; update as new info arrives

## Workflow

### 1) Gather Sources
- Search first; refine queries if multiple results appear
- Fetch relevant pages, skim for facts, metrics, claims, constraints, dates
- Track each source URL/ID for later citation
- Prefer direct quotes for critical facts

### 2) Select the Format
- **Quick readout** → quick brief
- **Single-topic dive** → research summary
- **Option tradeoffs** → comparison
- **Deep dive / exec-ready** → comprehensive report

### 3) Synthesize
- Outline before writing; group findings by themes/questions
- Note evidence with source IDs; flag gaps or contradictions
- Keep user goal in view (decision, summary, plan, recommendation)

### 4) Create the Document
- Pick the matching template and adapt it
- Include: title, summary, key findings, supporting evidence, recommendations
- Add citations inline and a references section
- Link back to source pages

### 5) Finalize & Handoff
- Add highlights, risks, and open questions
- If user needs follow-ups, create tasks or checklist
- Share changelog or status when updating

## Output Formats

### Quick Brief
- 1-2 page summary
- Key takeaways upfront
- Bullet points for speed

### Research Summary
- 3-5 pages
- Background context
- Detailed findings
- Methodology notes

### Comparison
- Side-by-side analysis
- Pros/cons for each option
- Recommendation with rationale

### Comprehensive Report
- Executive summary
- Full analysis
- Supporting data
- Appendices