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Claude Proofreading Prompt for Editors

A specialized prompt combining Claude's capabilities with Editor workflows for proofreading. This template helps Editors proofread content using Claude's long context window and code generation.

Prompt Template
I'm a Editor using Claude and I need to proofread content.

## My Role & Context
- Role: Editor
- Primary responsibility: Editing and proofreading
- Tool: Claude

## The Task
[Describe what you need to proofread content]

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

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

## Expected Output
Please provide:
1. Analysis relevant to my role as a Editor
2. Step-by-step approach to proofread content
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 proofreading tasks
  • As a Editor, frame your proofreading requests in terms of editing and proofreading
  • Use Claude's code generation to iterate on the results
  • Ask for explanations that help you learn proofreading best practices
  • Save this prompt as a Retext snippet: ;clpred

Prompt Variations

[Editor + Claude] Proofread content this with focus on [specific aspect]:

```
[code]
```

Consider my workflow of editing and proofreading.
Using Claude as a Editor, create a proofreading guide for:
[describe project/code]

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Claude Proofreading Prompt for Editors 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

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