Make reference notes reviewable
Readers may not have participated in the original compilation. A reading interface should help them understand the text, locate evidence and distinguish interpretation.
Place sources beside claims
When a passage depends on a source, retain its location near the relevant claim rather than collecting every link at the end. Identify the document, a specific location and the period it covers. Readers can then check whether the source supports the statement.
Align conditions before comparing
Two sources using the same term may discuss different objects. First compare objects, scope, periods and units. If conditions differ, explain the difference or retain a finding that direct comparison is not justified. Conditions are more useful than a context-free total.
Connect revisions
A revision should identify the affected passage and the reason. Separate source updates, changes in interpretation and wording corrections so readers know which claims need review. Stable section navigation helps them return to the relevant passage.
Check after reading
Choose a claim and check its source, conditions and reasoning. If one is missing, record the question before deciding what additional evidence is needed. This turns reading into questions that can be discussed.