Prompt Anatomy Builder

Learn what makes a great prompt by building one piece by piece. Fill in the sections below, then generate a well-structured prompt you can copy and use.

Why Prompt Structure Matters

A good prompt isn't just a question — it's a blueprint. The more specific context, requirements, and direction you provide upfront, the fewer back-and-forth iterations you'll need. Think of it like briefing a contractor: vague instructions lead to rework.

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Context & Background

Why it matters: Claude can't read your mind. Share who you are, what you're working on, and any relevant background.

Example: "I run an Etsy shop selling wooden craft kits. I'm creating a pricing workbook for other sellers."
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The Task

Why it matters: This is the core "what" — be specific about what you want created, analyzed, written, or solved.

Example: "Create a Google Sheet with three tabs: a materials list, a product template, and a master product list that pulls data from individual product sheets."
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Output Format & Structure

Why it matters: Do you want a document, code, a table, bullet points, a conversation? Specifying format prevents mismatched deliverables.

Example: "Provide the output as a downloadable Excel file with formulas, not just a description of what to do."
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Requirements & Constraints

Why it matters: These are your guardrails — what must be included, what should be avoided, any rules or limitations.

Example: "Include Etsy's 6.5% transaction fee and 3% + $0.25 payment processing fee in all calculations. Use dropdown menus for material selection."
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Examples Optional

Why it matters: Showing what "good" looks like is often faster than explaining it. Examples reduce ambiguity dramatically.

Example: "Here's how I want each product entry to look: Product Name | Materials Cost | Labor Cost | Etsy Fees | Target Price | Actual Margin"
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Process Preferences

Why it matters: Should Claude ask clarifying questions first? Just dive in? Think step-by-step? This controls the workflow.

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