I have also tried to look for this look for tips on how to read a paper, accross the internet, and was unable to get a really good on. Nonetheless, reading a paper can be taunting, especially for newcomers. Here is my strategy for reading a paper. It is broken down into these
BD the Abstract
BD the Introduction
Title to the A and I
Extract Visual Cues
Add the other touches
An abstract can be broken down into these 6 logical steps:
Basic Introduction: This is the general statement and who this paper is intended for. Readers should know the terms used.
Background: Here is more background and additional information
Problem Statement: This is where the problem is stated. There is a gap in knowledge, research, or something that the authors found out.
Research Goal and the type of research: Here the abstract states how the research will further carry out experiments. Also the results will be mentioned.
Implications: What do the results mean to the readers, and who will be impacted.
Contributions and Future Impact: How can this research work in the future and what can be some useful outcomes of the work.