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Prompt · Content Writers

Structure Content with Headings

Use this when you need to organize a piece of writing with clear, effective headings and subheadings.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. 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

  1. If any context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Analyze the topic and audience to determine the main sections and subheadings needed.
  3. Propose a hierarchical heading structure using H1, H2, H3, etc., with brief descriptions of what each section should cover.
  4. Ensure the structure flows logically and enhances readability for the specified audience.
  5. 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?