/outline

Builds a structured outline before you write.

The full prompt

/outline Build an outline for a [type: talk, report, article] on [topic] for [audience], about [length]. Give the main sections in order, 2 or 3 key points under each, and a rough time or word count per section. Start with the opening hook and end with the takeaway.

Replace the highlighted [brackets] with your own details, then send.

What you're asking

You ask for a skeleton before writing. You get sections, key points, and timing.

Give it

  • Topic
  • Audience
  • Length or time
  • Your main message

Filled-in example

/outline Build an outline for a talk on using AI at work for managers, about 10 minutes. Give the main sections in order, 2 or 3 key points under each, and a rough time or word count per section. Start with the opening hook and end with the takeaway.

Use it in any AI chat. The slash word is a label, not a built-in command; the prompt does the work, and answers vary by app. How these work