The Two-Pass Edit: Structure Then Line — Claude
Professional editing is two separate passes: a structural pass (does the argument build? is anything missing or redundant?) and a line pass (rhythm, word choice, cuts).
The prompt
PASS 1 — structural edit only. Do not touch sentences. Output: the piece's argument in one line, a list of sections that don't serve it, anything missing, and a reordered outline if needed. [PASTE DRAFT]
What to replace
Swap these placeholders for your own details before running the prompt:
[PASTE DRAFT]your own value
Pro tip: Never let the line edit start until structure is locked — polishing sentences you'll delete is the biggest time sink in content.
How to use this prompt
- Copy the prompt using the button above.
- Replace [PASTE DRAFT] with your own details — the more specific you are, the better the output.
- Paste it into Claude and run it.
- If the answer feels generic, add constraints: audience, length, tone, and what to avoid. That single change fixes most weak output.
Learn the technique
The Two-Pass Edit: Structure Then Line
Module 5 — Expert: Editorial Quality at Scale · AI Content Creation
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