LitSearch

Search arXiv + PubMed + Semantic Scholar in one click. No API key, free forever.

A local desktop app that searches three major academic databases (arXiv, PubMed, Semantic Scholar) in parallel. Results merge into one clean card list; click any result for the full abstract, original paper link and one-click citation copy (GB/T 7714 or APA). Export to CSV or Markdown. 100% free data sources - no API key, no account, no subscription.

Features

• 3 databases searched in parallel
• Zero configuration - no API key needed
• Full abstract + original paper links
• One-click citation copy (GB/T 7714 / APA)
• Export CSV / Markdown
• Bilingual UI (English / 中文)

Quick Start

1. Buy on Gumroad and download the zip
2. Unzip and double-click LitSearch to start
3. Type a keyword and press Search
4. Click a result for abstract / citation / export

Best for: Students, researchers, academics, writers