STOP TELLING CLAUDE "CHECK MY GRAMMAR".
Bad prompt = Bad result.
Here are the prompts that actually work:
1. The Voice Match
"Rewrite this to sound like me, not AI.
Here's how I actually talk: [paste 3 real messages/emails]
Match my sentence length, line breaks, and rhythm. Don't copy words. Copy patterns.
Now rewrite: [your draft]"
2. The Word Filter
"Words I avoid: [list them]
Words I use constantly: [list them]
Rewrite this using only MY vocabulary: [paste draft]
If you catch yourself using words from my avoid list, stop and replace immediately."
3. The Thinking Out Loud
"Write about [topic] like I'm recording a voice memo while walking.
Incomplete thoughts = fine
Starting with 'And' or 'But' = fine
Grammar shortcuts = fine
Make it sound raw, not rehearsed."
4. The Generic Filter
"Go through this line by line: [draft]
Delete every sentence that could apply to ANY topic.
Test: if it works for both [your topic] and 'how to cook pasta,' it's too generic.
Replace with something only YOU can say."
5. The Strong Opinion
"This draft is too safe: [paste it]
Rewrite the opening with a strong take.
Name what most people get wrong about [topic].
If this doesn't make 20% of readers disagree, push harder."
6. The Context Builder
"Review this for clarity: [draft]
Identify where readers need background info.
Define any terms that aren't obvious.
Bridge knowledge gaps without over-explaining."
7. The Vague Sentence Hunter
"Find every vague sentence in this: [draft]
Examples: 'The process was managed' or 'Results were positive'
Rewrite each one with specifics:
Who did it? What exactly happened? When? How?"
Pro tip:
Use Claude Projects to save these prompts.
Upload your writing samples once.
Claude remembers your voice forever.
No need to paste examples every time.
The difference:
Before: "Please check my writing for errors"
After: Specific instructions + your voice + context
Claude goes from basic grammar checker to your personal editor.
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