The Complete AI Prompt Framework Library
60+ proven frameworks for writing better AI prompts. Each explained with steps, templates, and examples.
AI & Prompt Engineering
8 frameworks-
CO-STAR
Context-Objective-Style-Tone-Audience-Response
A six-part prompt structure from GovTech Singapore: Context, Objective, Style, Tone, Audience and Response format. Built to be memorable rather than exhaustive, and the best general-purpose choice when the voice of the output matters as much as its content.
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CoD
Chain of Density
Progressive summarization framework from MIT/Columbia research. The AI produces an initial sparse summary, then iteratively re-writes it to be more information-dense while keeping the same length. Each pass forces the AI to prioritize what truly matters.
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GKP
Generate-Knowledge-Prompting
Two-pass technique from AI research: first prompt the AI to generate relevant facts and domain knowledge, then use that generated knowledge as grounding for the final answer. Significantly reduces hallucinations on knowledge-intensive tasks.
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ICIO
Instruction-Context-Input-Output
AI-specific framework that cleanly separates what you want done (Instruction) from background information (Context), the data to process (Input), and how the result should be structured (Output). Eliminates ambiguity in data-processing tasks.
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MCP
Metacognitive Prompting
Ask the AI to explicitly reason about its own reasoning before answering: what it knows confidently, what it is uncertain about, and what assumptions it is making. Produces more transparent outputs and surfaces hidden assumptions that would otherwise go unchecked.
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PACT
Purpose-Action-Constraints-Tone
Practical AI-native framework designed around how LLMs decode instructions. Purpose scopes the task; Action defines the operation; Constraints set hard limits on what to avoid; Tone controls register and style. Gives you tight control over outputs.
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RTF
Role-Task-Format
The minimal AI-native framework. Three precisely-scoped components produce a well-formed prompt without over-engineering. Ideal when you know what you want but need structure to communicate it clearly to an LLM.
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ToT
Tree of Thoughts
Advanced reasoning framework from Princeton University and Google DeepMind (Yao et al., NeurIPS 2023). Instead of a single chain of thought, the AI generates multiple candidate solution paths, evaluates each against stated criteria, prunes the weak ones and develops the rest. On the paper's Game of 24 task this took GPT-4 from 4% to 74%.
Communication & Storytelling
10 frameworks-
CURVE
Challenge-Understand-Resolve-Verify-Engage
Customer success framework for support excellence and complaint resolution.
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APE
Action-Purpose-Expectation
Structured communication framework for clear, actionable messages that specify what needs to be done, why it matters, and what outcome is expected.
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CLEAR
Clarity-Language-Examples-Audience-Requirements
Writing quality framework ensuring communications are clear, audience-appropriate, well-illustrated, and meet all requirements.
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CRISP
Context-Role-Intent-Style-Parameters
Detailed prompt engineering framework for AI interactions that captures full context, desired persona, intent, tone, and constraints.
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ERA
Execution-Results-Audience
Concise communication framework for quick updates and brief summaries.
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Few-Shot
Few-Shot Learning
Learning framework that provides examples to guide AI output format and quality through pattern demonstration.
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PREP
Point-Reason-Example-Point
Toastmasters-standard presentation framework for clear, persuasive communication.
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TAG
Task-Audience-Guardrails
Simple clarity framework ensuring instructions are clear, targeted, and bounded.
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TRACE
Task-Requirements-Audience-Context-Examples
Comprehensive briefing framework covering all essential elements for complex assignments.
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Zero-Shot
Zero-Shot Learning
Direct task instruction framework leveraging AI base capabilities without examples, relying on clear instruction.
General
1 frameworksPeople & Teams
6 frameworks-
CAR
Challenge-Action-Result
Concise achievement framework perfect for space-limited formats like LinkedIn.
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PAR
Problem-Action-Result
Problem-solving focused achievement framework highlighting troubleshooting abilities.
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RISE
Request-Input-Scenario-Expectation
Management communication framework for clear delegation and expectation setting.
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ROSES
Role-Objective-Scenario-Expected Solution-Steps
Comprehensive training and education framework that defines roles, objectives, and step-by-step scenarios for effective knowledge transfer.
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SOAR
Situation-Obstacle-Action-Result
Achievement framework emphasizing resilience and overcoming challenges.
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STAR
Situation-Task-Action-Result
Classic interview and storytelling framework for structuring achievement narratives in HR and leadership contexts.
Persuasion & Conversion
18 frameworks-
CHAMPPS
Challenge-Hypothesis-Action-Measure-Predict-Prove-Scale
Growth experimentation framework for systematic testing and scaling of growth initiatives.
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LIFT
Logic-Incentive-Fear-Trust
Conversion optimization framework addressing four key psychological drivers for landing page performance.
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PAS
Problem-Agitate-Solution
Persuasive copywriting framework that identifies a pain point, intensifies it emotionally, then presents the solution.
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PASTOR
Problem-Amplify-Story-Testimony-Offer-Response
Ray Edwards' premium sales framework for high-ticket offers and long-form sales letters.
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QUEST
Qualify-Understand-Educate-Stimulate-Transition
Sales qualification and nurturing framework guiding prospects through understanding to decision.
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SCRIBE
Situation-Challenge-Response-Impact-Benefits-Evidence
Complex B2B sales framework for technical and enterprise solutions requiring detailed explanations.
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SLAP
Stop-Look-Act-Purchase
E-commerce conversion framework optimized for online shopping behavior and cart conversion.
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SPIN
Situation-Problem-Implication-Need-Payoff
Gold standard B2B sales framework based on 35,000 sales call analysis by Neil Rackham.
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TUCKED
Time-Urgency-Clarity-Keep It Simple-Emotion-Desire
Urgency-driven conversion framework for time-sensitive promotions and scarcity marketing.
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4PS
Product-Price-Place-Promotion
Classic marketing mix framework for comprehensive marketing strategy covering all four key variables.
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ACC
Awareness-Approach-Competence
Brand and marketing awareness framework for building brand recognition through staged audience engagement.
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ACCA
Awareness-Comprehension-Conviction-Action
Educational marketing framework that teaches while selling, perfect for complex products.
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AIDA
Attention-Interest-Desire-Action
Classic marketing copywriting framework that captures attention, builds interest, creates desire, and drives action.
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BAB
Before-After-Bridge
Transformation storytelling framework showing clear before/after states connected by your solution. Perfect for case studies and success stories.
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PPCo
Picture-Promise-Prove-Push
Visual-first marketing framework emphasizing imagery and emotional connection before logical proof.
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REAN
Reach-Engage-Activate-Nurture
Full-funnel digital marketing framework covering entire customer lifecycle from awareness to retention.
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STEPPS
Social Currency-Triggers-Emotion-Public-Practical Value-Stories
Viral marketing framework based on Jonah Berger's research on what makes content shareable and contagious.
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TOAST
Target-Objective-Action-Success-Timing
Campaign planning framework ensuring all critical elements are defined before launch.
Product & Growth
6 frameworks-
FAB
Features-Advantages-Benefits
Sales and product communication framework translating product features into customer-relevant advantages and benefits.
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IDEA
Identify-Define-Explore-Assess
Innovation process framework for systematic creative problem-solving.
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BINGO
Benefits-Intent-Needs-Goals-Outcome
User-centric UX framework ensuring all copy serves user goals and needs.
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FOCUS
Function-Outcome-Context-Usability-Simplicity
Product framework balancing technical capabilities with user experience.
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PRIME
Purpose-Requirements-Instructions-Metrics-Examples
Technical documentation framework ensuring completeness and clarity.
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RACE
Role-Action-Context-Expectation
UX and product-focused framework for defining user roles, actions, contextual factors, and expected outcomes.
Reasoning & Analysis
3 frameworks-
SCOPE
Situation-Constraints-Objectives-Plan-Evaluation
Research planning framework for structured analysis and evaluation.
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COT
Chain of Thought
Reasoning framework that breaks complex problems into sequential logical steps, enabling AI to show its reasoning process for better accuracy.
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REACT
Reason-Act-Observe
Iterative AI reasoning framework combining reasoning with action loops for dynamic problem-solving and tool use.
Strategy & Planning
9 frameworks-
MECE
Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive
Strategic thinking framework ensuring analysis covers all possibilities without overlap, used in consulting and problem-solving.
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OODA
Observe-Orient-Decide-Act
Military-derived decision-making framework for rapid situational assessment and adaptive action in fast-changing environments.
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PEP
Problem-Evidence-Proposal
Data-driven proposal framework emphasizing evidence and metrics over opinions.
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PPP
Past-Present-Proposal
Business proposal framework anchoring recommendations in historical context, current state, and forward-looking proposals.
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SCIPAB
Situation-Complication-Implication-Position-Action-Benefit
McKinsey-style strategic consulting framework for C-level and board presentations.
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SCQA
Situation-Complication-Question-Answer
McKinsey-style business communication framework for structured executive storytelling and problem presentation.
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SMART
Specific-Measurable-Achievable-Relevant-Time-bound
Universal goal-setting framework ensuring objectives are clear and trackable.
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SWOT
Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats
Classic strategic analysis framework for competitive and situational assessment.
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5W1H
Who-What-When-Where-Why-How
Comprehensive investigation framework covering all essential dimensions of any topic or situation.
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