Copy-ready prompt
{topic}{reader_problem}{desired_depth}
Create a blog outline for: {topic}
Reader problem: {reader_problem}
Depth: {desired_depth}
Include title options, intro angle, H2/H3 outline, examples, data/proof needed, tables, FAQs, and a strong conclusion.
Variables
| Variable | How to fill it |
|---|
| {topic} | Replace with your real topic. |
| {reader_problem} | Replace with your real reader problem. |
| {desired_depth} | Replace with your real desired depth. |
When to use it
Create a useful blog outline with examples, sections, and FAQs.
Quality checks
- Add real context before running the prompt.
- Ask for examples if the first answer is too generic.
- Verify facts, numbers, links, and sensitive advice.
Safety note: Do not paste passwords, private keys, confidential customer data, or regulated personal data into public AI tools.Direct answer: best blog outline structure
For informational search pages, use a problem-first structure: answer the question in the first 80 words, define who the article is for, group sections by decision stage, add proof points for each claim, and finish with a checklist or comparison table. This prompt is designed to force those pieces into the outline instead of producing a generic list of headings.
| Section | Purpose | Prompt instruction |
|---|
| Intro | Match search intent fast | Ask for the reader problem, promised outcome, and one-sentence direct answer. |
| Main H2s | Cover the complete journey | Request 5-8 H2s mapped to beginner, comparison, and action stages. |
| Evidence | Avoid thin content | Require examples, data needed, screenshots to capture, and expert notes. |
| Conversion block | Help next action | Include checklist, template, calculator, or comparison table idea. |
Example filled prompt
Create a blog outline for: remote work productivity software
Reader problem: readers do not know which features matter or how to compare tools
Depth: expert but skimmable, 1,800 words
Include a direct answer, title options, search intent summary, H2/H3 outline, feature comparison table, example workflows, data/proof needed, FAQs, internal link suggestions, and a conclusion with a buyer checklist.
Scoring rubric for the AI output
- Intent fit: every heading should answer a real reader question, not just repeat the keyword.
- Specificity: ask for examples, tools, table columns, screenshots, and definitions where helpful.
- Completeness: include alternatives, mistakes, FAQs, and a final checklist.
- Review step: verify facts and add original experience before publishing.
FAQ
How do I use this prompt?
Copy it, replace the variables with real context, and ask follow-up questions to refine the output.
Can I change the structure?
Yes. Add constraints, examples, required format, and quality bar.
Is the output always correct?
No. AI output should be reviewed and verified before publishing or acting on it.