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Format: Reddit Post

Purpose​

Use for community discussion where specificity and sincerity matter.

Canonical Structure​

  1. Context in plain language
  2. Specific question, insight, or argument
  3. Supporting details and constraints
  4. Prompt for focused discussion

Rules​

Rule: Lead With Relevant Context​

Description: Give just enough background to make the post understandable. Negative example: Dropping a conclusion with no context. Positive example: "I tested two intro styles in weekly updates; here is what changed."

Rule: Respect Community Norms​

Description: Tune tone and detail level to subreddit expectations. Negative example: Promotional tone in a discussion-first subreddit. Positive example: Useful post with transparent intent and no hype.

Rule: Write in the Community's Native Language​

Description: Mirror the vocabulary and framing the subreddit already uses. Negative example: Generic business jargon that ignores community phrasing. Positive example: "I compared two build-log templates used in this sub's weekly critique posts."

Rule: Build Posts From Recurring Problem Patterns​

Description: Derive post angles from repeated complaints, questions, and recommendation requests. Negative example: Posting a polished essay that does not address any visible community pain point. Positive example: "I saw five posts this week about unclear update intros, so here is a 3-part rewrite pattern."

Rule: Use One-Sentence Section Doors​

Description: Start each block with one clear sentence so scanning readers can orient instantly. Negative example: Opening each section with long contextual buildup. Positive example: "Here is the pattern I tested this week." followed by details.

Rule: Prefer Lists for Multi-Point Advice​

Description: Convert stacked recommendations into bullets for faster comprehension. Negative example: Paragraph containing six tactics separated by semicolons. Positive example: One lead line and six concise bullet points.

Rule: Ask One Sharp Discussion Prompt​

Description: Invite concrete responses, not vague reactions. Negative example: "Thoughts?" Positive example: "Which opener version is clearer: A or B, and why?"

Rule: Avoid Inflated Claims​

Description: Use measured, evidence-aware language. Negative example: "This works 100% of the time." Positive example: "This improved clarity in my tests, but may vary by audience."

Best-Fit Content Intent​

  • counterargument
  • critique-review
  • how-to-guide
  • personal-essay