Citations

Learn about the Citations Feature in Illumines AI, which provides insights into the citation aspects of articles, including an overall citations score and analysis of individual sentences for opportunities to include citations.


Citations Feature

The Citations Feature in Illumines AI provides users with insights into the citation aspects of their articles, including an overall citations score and analysis of individual sentences for opportunities to include citations. By evaluating these parameters, users can optimize their articles to improve their impact in generative engines.

Overall Citations Score

The overall citations score is a measure of the number of citations provided throughout the article. It indicates the density of citations and references used to support claims and assertions. A higher score suggests a better integration of citations, which enhances the article's impact in generative engines.

Citations ScoreInterpretation
Less than 30Low
30-60Moderate
Greater than 60High

A score above 60 indicates a high density of citations, contributing to the credibility and reliability of the article. Conversely, a score below 30 suggests a need for improvement in citation integration to enhance the article's trustworthiness and authority.

Citation Analysis

In addition to the overall citations score, we analyze each sentence to identify opportunities to include citations. These sentences include references to sources and contribute to the generative engine optimization performance of the article. By including relevant citations, users can enhance the credibility and relevance of their content in generative engine results.

Impact on Generative Engine Optimization

Sentences with citations contribute to a higher data point density, which improves the article's visibility and relevance in generative engine results. Including relevant citations strengthens the credibility and reliability of the content, increasing its likelihood of being recognized and rewarded by generative engines.

Evaluation Process

When a user initiates the Citations Feature, the article undergoes analysis to calculate the overall citations score and identify sentences where including a citation would improve generative engine optimization performance. Our algorithms consider factors such as citation density, relevance of citations, and impact on content credibility to generate comprehensive insights and recommendations.

Continuous Enhancement

We are committed to continuously enhancing our Citations Feature to ensure it remains effective in evaluating and improving citation practices in articles. By incorporating insights from ongoing research and user feedback, we aim to refine our algorithms and provide users with comprehensive tools for enhancing the credibility and reliability of their content.