I have recently developed a very simple package, org-footnote-assistant (link: https://github.com/lazzalazza/org-footnote-assistant), which aims to enhance the functionality and user experience of footnotes within Org Mode. It mainly uses an indirect buffer to try to solve the problem of limited inline viewing of footnotes, making it easier to review and modify content without disrupting your workflow. I recently shared this package via Reddit, and it received, I think, a fairly positive feedback from the community.
The org-footnote-assistant package introduces several features that improve the management and editing of footnotes in Org Mode. The features include commands for easy navigation between footnote references. Users can quickly jump to the next reference or return to the previous one, ensuring a smooth editing workflow. The positive feedback and interest received on Reddit (and a comment by alphapapa) have encouraged me to explore the possibility of integrating some of these features upstream to prevent bitrot, ensure wider accessibility, and leverage the collaborative power of the Org Mode community for their continued maintenance and development. I kindly request your feedback, evaluation, and suggestions regarding the org-footnote-assistant package. I don’t know if some of these features might be useful upstream, but I believe that your insights and expertise will be invaluable in refining and optimizing these features for the benefit of all Org Mode users. Thank you, Andrea Lazzarini [GitHub: lazzalazza] [Link to org-footnote-assistant: https://github.com/lazzalazza/org-footnote-assistant]