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+# Operating Modes
+
+Use this file to decide how much of the writing stack to load.
+
+## Modes
+
+### 1. drafting
+Use when writing or rewriting a paper section from repo evidence.
+Load: core SKILL + writing guide + citation workflow.
+
+### 2. related-work
+Use when searching, comparing, and integrating literature.
+Load: citation workflow + reviewer guidelines + relevant venue notes.
+
+### 3. citation-only
+Use when the task is primarily reference verification or bibliography repair.
+Load: citation workflow first; do not load the full paper-writing stack unless needed.
+
+### 4. format-conversion
+Use when moving between conference templates or preparing camera-ready assets.
+Load: template / format references and only the relevant venue rules.
+
+### 5. camera-ready
+Use when compliance, formatting, and final verification dominate over drafting.
+Load: venue-specific checklist + citation workflow + final verification notes.