article-content

Generates SEO-optimized article body content with structured outlines, hooks, and QAE patterns.

3|Updated Nov 8, 2014
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mintuz/.dotfiles --skill article-content-mintuz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: article-content
Source: https://github.com/mintuz/.dotfiles/tree/main/agents/.agents/skills/article-content
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mintuz/.dotfiles --skill article-content-mintuz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Writing long-form article content that ranks in search and gets cited by AI engines requires balancing word count, structure, information gain, and readability—this Skill provides a complete framework for producing article body content that meets those criteria. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Article Type Guidance: Word count and structure recommendations for news posts, how-tos, listicles, cluster articles, and pillar pages based on search intent. - Information Gain Framework: Ensures content adds net-new value through counter-narratives, fresh data, SME perspectives, or proprietary insights rather than rehashing consensus content. - GEO-Ready Structure: TL;DR or Key Takeaways blocks, answer-first QAE sections, and scannable formatting optimized for both Google and AI citation engines. - Use Case: A content marketer needs a 1,500-word how-to guide targeting a competitive keyword. The Skill produces an outline with H2 questions, a hook-driven intro, answer-first body sections, and a conclusion with product-linked CTA. ## Quick Start Write a 1,500-word how-to article about [topic] targeting the keyword [keyword] with a TL;DR and product CTA.

Frequently Asked Questions about article-content

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I write article content that ranks on Google?

Match word count to search intent, use the QAE pattern (question H2, direct answer, evidence), place the primary keyword in the first 100 words, and add information gain beyond what top-ranking results already cover.

What is the ideal word count for a blog post?

Word count depends on article type: 300-600 for news, 1,000-1,500 for standard how-tos, 1,200-2,000 for listicles, and 2,000-3,500+ for pillar content. Comprehensive coverage of search intent matters more than raw length.

What is information gain in content writing?

Information gain is the net-new value a page provides beyond existing top-ranking results. It comes from counter-narratives, fresh data, SME perspectives, or proprietary data rather than restating consensus information.

How do I structure articles for AI search engines?

Add a TL;DR or Key Takeaways block after the intro, use answer-first formatting with direct answers in the first 40-60 words after each H2, and keep paragraphs at 40-80 words for scannability.

When should I not use long-form article content?

Avoid articles under 300 words, which read as thin content, and over 7,000 words, which often underperform due to reduced focus. For short conversion copy like ads or landing pages, use a copywriting approach instead.