Claude Follow-Up Prompt Template
A specialized prompt for follow-up tasks in Claude. This template leverages Claude's long context window to help you write follow-ups effectively. Create effective follow-up messages that get responses.
Help me write follow-ups in my codebase. ## Context - Tool: Claude - Language/framework: [specify] - Relevant code: ``` [paste relevant code here] ``` ## Problem/Goal [Describe what you want to achieve] ## Constraints - [Any specific requirements] - [Performance considerations] - [Compatibility needs] Please provide a step-by-step approach to write follow-ups, optimized for Claude's workflow.
How to Use This Prompt
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Copy the prompt template
Click the copy button above to copy the prompt to your clipboard.
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Open Claude
Start a new conversation or use the appropriate input area.
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Customize the placeholders
Replace all text in [brackets] with your specific context and requirements.
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Submit and iterate
Review the response and ask follow-up questions to refine the output.
Tips for Better Results
- •Use Claude's long context window to provide context about your codebase
- •Include specific file paths or function names for more targeted follow-up suggestions
- •Ask Claude to explain its reasoning for better understanding
- •Iterate on the response by asking follow-up questions about specific parts
- •Save effective prompts as Retext snippets for quick access: ;clafol
Prompt Variations
[Claude specific] Write follow Ups this code with focus on [specific aspect]: ``` [code] ```
Using Claude, help me write follow-ups. Here's my current approach: [describe approach] What am I missing?
I'm using Claude to write follow-ups. Generate a checklist of things to look for in: ``` [code] ```
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this Claude Follow-Up Prompt 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.
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