How does this skill improve my writing?

It applies rigorous editorial standards such as omitting needless words, utilizing the active voice, and replacing abstract nouns with concrete details based on classic style guides.

Can I use this for technical or legal documentation?

Yes, it is excellent for general clarity. For specialized fields, it also integrates with /writing-legal and /writing-econ for domain-specific guidance.

Why does this skill prefer prose over bullet points?

The skill encourages prose to ensure ideas are fully developed and logical transitions are maintained, though it will use bullet points if you explicitly request them.

Does it help remove 'AI-sounding' phrases?

Yes, it integrates with an anti-patterns plugin to detect and revise common AI writing indicators, making the final output sound more human and direct.

Writing & Editorial Style Guide

Name: Writing & Editorial Style Guide
Author: edwinhu

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Gestión de Contenido

Refines and improves prose using foundational principles of clarity and conciseness derived from Strunk & White’s Elements of Style.

The Writing skill transforms Claude into a sophisticated editor focused on the 'Iron Law' of omitting needless words. By enforcing active voice, concrete language, and vigorous sentence structures, this skill helps users move beyond vague abstractions and wordy drafts. It is specifically designed to facilitate the creation of high-quality articles, blog posts, and documentation while providing the necessary checks to avoid common AI writing tropes. Whether you are drafting a new piece or reviewing existing prose, this skill ensures every word earns its place through rigorous adherence to time-tested composition principles.

Características Principales

01Converts passive voice to active voice for stronger assertions

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03Applies Strunk & White principles for foundational grammar and composition

04Integrates with AI anti-pattern detection to ensure natural-sounding output

05Enforces prose-first structures to improve narrative flow and depth

06Eliminates wordiness, qualifiers, and 'weasel words' to improve clarity

Casos de Uso

01Drafting and refining professional blog posts and articles

02Editing technical documentation for maximum readability and impact

03Reviewing complex prose to remove redundancies and improve sentence structure

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add edwinhu/workflows writing

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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