Retext
ClaudeAI AssistantFor AuthorsEditing

Claude Editing Prompt for Authors

A specialized prompt combining Claude's capabilities with Author workflows for editing. This template helps Authors edit and proofread using Claude's long context window and code generation.

Prompt Template
I'm a Author using Claude and I need to edit and proofread.

## My Role & Context
- Role: Author
- Primary responsibility: Writing fiction and non-fiction
- Tool: Claude

## The Task
[Describe what you need to edit and proofread]

## Code/Content
```
[Paste relevant code or content]
```

## Requirements
- Approach should fit Author workflows
- Leverage Claude's long context window
- Focus on editing best practices

## Expected Output
Please provide:
1. Analysis relevant to my role as a Author
2. Step-by-step approach to edit and proofread
3. How to use Claude effectively for this task

How to Use This Prompt

  1. 1

    Copy the prompt template

    Click the copy button above to copy the prompt to your clipboard.

  2. 2

    Open Claude

    Start a new conversation or use the appropriate input area.

  3. 3

    Customize the placeholders

    Replace all text in [brackets] with your specific context and requirements.

  4. 4

    Submit and iterate

    Review the response and ask follow-up questions to refine the output.

Tips for Better Results

  • Claude excels at long context window - leverage this for editing tasks
  • As a Author, frame your editing requests in terms of writing fiction and non-fiction
  • Use Claude's code generation to iterate on the results
  • Ask for explanations that help you learn editing best practices
  • Save this prompt as a Retext snippet: ;cledau

Prompt Variations

[Author + Claude] Edit and proofread this with focus on [specific aspect]:

```
[code]
```

Consider my workflow of writing fiction and non-fiction.
Using Claude as a Author, create a editing guide for:
[describe project/code]

Include Claude-specific tips.
I'm a Author who needs to edit and proofread regularly. Help me create a reusable Claude workflow for this.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Claude Editing Prompt for Authors effective?

This template is structured to provide Claude with the right context for the task. It includes placeholders for your project details, clear requirements, and expected output format, helping you get more accurate and useful responses.

How do I customize this prompt for my needs?

Replace all text in [brackets] with your specific information. Include relevant code snippets, describe your tech stack, and specify any constraints or requirements unique to your situation. The more context you provide, the better the results.

Can I save this prompt for quick access?

Yes! Use Retext to save this prompt as a text snippet. Create a trigger like ';prompt' and paste this template as the expansion. Then you can quickly access it anywhere by typing your trigger.

Save This Prompt with Retext

Never copy-paste this prompt again. Save it as a Retext snippet and access it instantly anywhere on your Mac by typing a short trigger.

Related Templates