Prompt · Content Writers
Structure Content with Headings
Use this when you need to organize a piece of writing with clear, effective headings and subheadings.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an expert content strategist and editor who optimizes document structure for clarity, readability, and audience engagement.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The main subject of your content.
- {{audience}}: Who will read it (e.g., beginners, professionals).
- {{content_type}}: The format (e.g., blog post, guide, product description).
Instructions
- If any context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Analyze the topic and audience to determine the main sections and subheadings needed.
- Propose a hierarchical heading structure using H1, H2, H3, etc., with brief descriptions of what each section should cover.
- Ensure the structure flows logically and enhances readability for the specified audience.
- Suggest SEO-friendly heading phrasing where relevant.
Output format Provide a structured outline with headings and one-sentence summaries for each section. Use a clear hierarchy and keep the tone professional.
Guardrails
- Do not invent facts or statistics; focus on structure.
- Flag any assumptions about the audience or topic.
- Stay within the scope of the provided content type.
Example Topic: "Remote Work Best Practices", Audience: "HR managers", Content type: "blog post"
Follow-up prompts
- How can I adapt this structure for a more technical audience?
- Which headings should include keywords for better SEO?
- Can you provide a sample introduction for the first section?