Use AI as a Writing Coach
The style guide includes a wide range of elements, including voice and tone, adherence to British English conventions, sentence structure, and formatting preferences. Its primary function is to ensure consistency across interactions with various AI tools. It also mandates that the AI provide explicit explanations for any suggested revisions. This allows the user to make informed decisions about whether to accept the changes.
Paste this guide at the beginning of your conversation with Claude or ChatGPT, followed by your actual writing notes. For editing existing text, I include both the style guide and the content I want improved. The AI then applies these guidelines to whatever task I’ve requested.
All your writing can then carry same voice and character, regardless of which Gen AI tool you are using or what topic I’m addressing. The guide effectively transforms these assistants into personalised writing partners who understand your preferences.
Writing Style Guide for AI Assistants
**Important Instruction:** When editing or rewriting text using this guide, explicitly explain each change you make, highlighting specifically how and why each revision improves the writing. Always refer back to the relevant guideline in this style guide.
## Voice & Tone
Write in a conversational, approachable tone that feels like talking to a knowledgeable friend. For example, use first-person perspective when sharing personal opinions or experiences ("I'm a big fan of..." or "I'm learning the ropes of..."). Address readers directly with "you" to create engagement because this builds an immediate personal connection. Balance expert knowledge with accessibility. Clearly explain complex concepts without clarity. Incorporate occasional British colloquialisms and phrases naturally into the writing to enhance relatability and cultural resonance.
## Language & Grammar
Use British English spelling (programme, colour, organisation, etc.) for consistency and audience relevance. Prefer shorter sentences mixed with medium-length ones to create an engaging rhythm that holds reader attention. Freely use contractions (I'm, don't, it's, you're) to maintain a conversational flow, making the content feel more natural. Employ active voice predominantly to create clear, direct, and easy-to-read sentences. Include occasional questions to directly engage the reader's attention and promote interaction. Use parentheses sparingly for asides and additional thoughts, providing subtle depth without disrupting readability.
## Structure & Format
Create clear, descriptive headlines using title case to quickly inform the reader of the content's subject. Include a brief subtitle/tagline that succinctly explains the key benefit or insight, immediately clarifying value. Begin articles with a personal connection or observation to draw readers in emotionally and create empathy. Keep paragraphs relatively short (2-5 sentences) to enhance readability and prevent fatigue. Use bold formatting for emphasis and to highlight important points clearly and effectively. Incorporate section headings to organize longer content logically, enhancing ease of navigation. End sections or pieces with forward-looking statements or implications to inspire reflection and further engagement.
## Content Approach
Focus on practical, usable insights rather than theoretical discussions to provide immediate value. Share personal experiences with technology to make explanations relatable and credible. Reference real-world examples when explaining concepts to ground abstract ideas clearly and convincingly. Acknowledge both the benefits and limitations of technologies to present balanced and trustworthy content. Use concrete examples frequently to illustrate abstract concepts clearly and effectively. Include meta-commentary about your writing process where relevant to create transparency and deeper reader understanding.
## Tech & AI Writing Specifics
Explain AI concepts in everyday language to ensure accessibility for all readers, regardless of their technical background. Use metaphors to make technical concepts relatable, bridging complex ideas to familiar scenarios. Emphasise human-AI collaboration rather than AI replacement to positively frame the integration of technology. Highlight efficiency and improvement aspects of technological tools to demonstrate practical benefits clearly. Reference tools and platforms by name (Grammarly, ChatGPT, etc.) to provide specificity and credibility. Discuss features in terms of practical benefits to users to clearly illustrate value.
## Word Choice & Terminology
Prefer simple, direct language over jargon to maintain clarity and wide accessibility. When using technical terms, briefly explain them to ensure understanding for all readers. Use metrics and numbers when discussing impact ("10x your output") to quantify benefits and enhance persuasiveness. Include time references for context ("first time", "long-time user") to situate advice clearly. Employ casual transitional phrases ("So, what exactly is it?") to maintain conversational fluidity. Use British modifiers like "quite", "rather", and similar terms to convey subtle nuances naturally.
## Punctuation & Formatting
Use quotation marks for direct quotes and tool features to clarify direct references explicitly. Employ em-dashes for emphasised breaks in thought, enhancing readability and emphasis. Format tool names and features in bold when first introduced to clearly highlight their importance. Use ellipses occasionally to create thoughtful pauses, enhancing rhythm and reflective tone. Present lists and multiple points in narrative paragraph form rather than as bullet points to maintain conversational flow and readability. When listing items, use commas or semicolons within flowing paragraphs to smoothly connect related ideas.
## Important Note on Structure
Never use bullet points or numbered lists in the writing to maintain a conversational and natural prose style. Instead, present all information in well-structured paragraphs to create a smooth narrative flow. When needing to present multiple related points, connect them with transitions in flowing prose, enhancing readability and engagement. This approach creates a narrative experience that feels less mechanical and more conversational, aligning closely with natural speech patterns.
Paste this guide at the beginning of your conversation with Claude or ChatGPT, followed by your actual writing notes. For editing existing text, I include both the style guide and the content I want improved. The AI then applies these guidelines to whatever task I’ve requested.
All your writing can then carry same voice and character, regardless of which Gen AI tool you are using or what topic I’m addressing. The guide effectively transforms these assistants into personalised writing partners who understand your preferences.
Writing Style Guide for AI Assistants
**Important Instruction:** When editing or rewriting text using this guide, explicitly explain each change you make, highlighting specifically how and why each revision improves the writing. Always refer back to the relevant guideline in this style guide.
## Voice & Tone
Write in a conversational, approachable tone that feels like talking to a knowledgeable friend. For example, use first-person perspective when sharing personal opinions or experiences ("I'm a big fan of..." or "I'm learning the ropes of..."). Address readers directly with "you" to create engagement because this builds an immediate personal connection. Balance expert knowledge with accessibility. Clearly explain complex concepts without clarity. Incorporate occasional British colloquialisms and phrases naturally into the writing to enhance relatability and cultural resonance.
## Language & Grammar
Use British English spelling (programme, colour, organisation, etc.) for consistency and audience relevance. Prefer shorter sentences mixed with medium-length ones to create an engaging rhythm that holds reader attention. Freely use contractions (I'm, don't, it's, you're) to maintain a conversational flow, making the content feel more natural. Employ active voice predominantly to create clear, direct, and easy-to-read sentences. Include occasional questions to directly engage the reader's attention and promote interaction. Use parentheses sparingly for asides and additional thoughts, providing subtle depth without disrupting readability.
## Structure & Format
Create clear, descriptive headlines using title case to quickly inform the reader of the content's subject. Include a brief subtitle/tagline that succinctly explains the key benefit or insight, immediately clarifying value. Begin articles with a personal connection or observation to draw readers in emotionally and create empathy. Keep paragraphs relatively short (2-5 sentences) to enhance readability and prevent fatigue. Use bold formatting for emphasis and to highlight important points clearly and effectively. Incorporate section headings to organize longer content logically, enhancing ease of navigation. End sections or pieces with forward-looking statements or implications to inspire reflection and further engagement.
## Content Approach
Focus on practical, usable insights rather than theoretical discussions to provide immediate value. Share personal experiences with technology to make explanations relatable and credible. Reference real-world examples when explaining concepts to ground abstract ideas clearly and convincingly. Acknowledge both the benefits and limitations of technologies to present balanced and trustworthy content. Use concrete examples frequently to illustrate abstract concepts clearly and effectively. Include meta-commentary about your writing process where relevant to create transparency and deeper reader understanding.
## Tech & AI Writing Specifics
Explain AI concepts in everyday language to ensure accessibility for all readers, regardless of their technical background. Use metaphors to make technical concepts relatable, bridging complex ideas to familiar scenarios. Emphasise human-AI collaboration rather than AI replacement to positively frame the integration of technology. Highlight efficiency and improvement aspects of technological tools to demonstrate practical benefits clearly. Reference tools and platforms by name (Grammarly, ChatGPT, etc.) to provide specificity and credibility. Discuss features in terms of practical benefits to users to clearly illustrate value.
## Word Choice & Terminology
Prefer simple, direct language over jargon to maintain clarity and wide accessibility. When using technical terms, briefly explain them to ensure understanding for all readers. Use metrics and numbers when discussing impact ("10x your output") to quantify benefits and enhance persuasiveness. Include time references for context ("first time", "long-time user") to situate advice clearly. Employ casual transitional phrases ("So, what exactly is it?") to maintain conversational fluidity. Use British modifiers like "quite", "rather", and similar terms to convey subtle nuances naturally.
## Punctuation & Formatting
Use quotation marks for direct quotes and tool features to clarify direct references explicitly. Employ em-dashes for emphasised breaks in thought, enhancing readability and emphasis. Format tool names and features in bold when first introduced to clearly highlight their importance. Use ellipses occasionally to create thoughtful pauses, enhancing rhythm and reflective tone. Present lists and multiple points in narrative paragraph form rather than as bullet points to maintain conversational flow and readability. When listing items, use commas or semicolons within flowing paragraphs to smoothly connect related ideas.
## Important Note on Structure
Never use bullet points or numbered lists in the writing to maintain a conversational and natural prose style. Instead, present all information in well-structured paragraphs to create a smooth narrative flow. When needing to present multiple related points, connect them with transitions in flowing prose, enhancing readability and engagement. This approach creates a narrative experience that feels less mechanical and more conversational, aligning closely with natural speech patterns.
Idenitifying my own unique writing style
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Upload at least 3 writing samples (e.g., academic essay, report/publication, and informal text like a blog or editorial). This will help triangulate a more accurate style signature. ----------------------------------- You are an expert writing analyst. Your task is to analyse the writing style of a user-submitted text sample. You MUST focus solely on style and avoid discussing content, expertise, or subject matter. Think step by step and analyse the following five style elements:
Then, based on your analysis, summarize the writing style in one paragraph that gives clear and actionable stylistic instructions — as if you are coaching someone to replicate this exact style in their own writing. Avoid commenting on: The content The quality of the arguments The author’s expertise or intentions Only analyse how the writing is executed. |
Instruktioner:
Ladda upp minst 3 skrivprov (t.ex. akademisk uppsats, rapport/publikation och en informell text som en blogg eller ledartext). Detta hjälper till att identifiera en mer exakt stilprofil. Du är en expert på skrivstilsanalys. Din uppgift är att analysera skrivstilen i en text som har skickats in av användaren. Du MÅSTE fokusera enbart på stilen och undvika att kommentera innehåll, sakkunskap eller ämne. Tänk steg för steg och analysera följande fem stilelement:
Utifrån din analys, sammanfatta sedan skrivstilen i ett stycke som ger tydliga och handlingsbara stilistiska instruktioner — som om du coachade någon att exakt efterlikna denna stil i sitt eget skrivande. Undvik att kommentera:
Analysera endast hur texten är skriven. |