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Structured Writing

Guides users through a structured, multi-stage process for creating well-reasoned essays and drafts.

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Key features

  • Includes an AI-driven 'Panel' step to critically review and challenge the outline before writing.
  • Defines a clear collaboration model where the AI structures and polishes, and the human provides the core voice.
  • Provides a command to validate drafts against a defined writing policy.
  • Follows a five-step structured writing process: Inbox, Outline, Panel, Write, and Passes.
  • Enforces an iterative approach with approval gates at each stage, preventing one-shot drafts.

Use cases

  • Drafting a complex essay or research paper.
  • Outlining and writing a long-form blog post or article.
  • Developing a well-structured argument or proposal collaboratively with an AI.

FAQ

What is the Structured Writing skill?

It's a Claude Code Skill that guides you through a rigorous, five-step process (Inbox, Outline, Panel, Write, Passes) to create well-reasoned essays and drafts. It prevents one-shot generations by using an iterative approach with approval gates.

When should I use this skill?

Use this skill for any complex writing task that requires clear structure and strong arguments, such as essays, articles, reports, or detailed proposals. It's ideal when you want to collaborate with AI to build a piece thoughtfully, rather than generating it all at once.

How does this skill improve my writing workflow?

It enforces a disciplined process, ensuring you don't skip crucial thinking and outlining stages. The unique AI-driven 'Panel' step critically reviews your outline to catch logical gaps early, strengthening your argument before you even start writing.

What are the key features of this skill?

The skill features a five-step structured process, approval gates at each stage, an AI 'Panel' for critical outline review, and a clear collaboration model where the AI structures and polishes while the human provides the core voice and ideas.