Would it be offtopic to make a thread to discuss a preprint?

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Creating a thread to discuss a preprint on Arxiv is generally not encouraged, but exceptions may be made for well-known authors. The community seeks clarification on which specific preprint is being proposed for discussion. Users are advised to review the site's global guidelines to understand the rules regarding disallowed topics and acceptable sources. Overall, while the idea is not outright off-topic, it requires careful consideration and adherence to community standards. Engaging in discussions about preprints can be valuable if aligned with the forum's guidelines.
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Would it be offtopic to create a thread to invite people to discuss a preprint on Arxiv?
 
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That's a good question. We can provide a better answer if you could tell us what preprint you want to discuss.

We don't generally discuss preprints, but we sometimes allow preprints from well-known authors who have posted on arXiv.

Review our site's global guidelines for more details on disallowed topics and proper published paper sources.
 
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