de-sloppify

Rewrite AI-generated drafts to remove grandiose phrasing, clichés, and filler transitions.

13|3|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danicat/skills --skill de-sloppify-danicat
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Skill: de-sloppify
Source: https://github.com/danicat/skills/tree/main/de-sloppify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danicat/skills --skill de-sloppify-danicat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires nltk, google-genai, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It refines AI-generated text to remove grandiose, repetitive, and filler-heavy “AI slop” language so the result sounds clear, grounded, and professional.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AI slop detection and cleanup: Identifies and rewrites common overblown phrasing, clichés, and inflated claims into more concrete wording.
  • Tone and readability improvements: Cuts transitional fluff and minimizing/patronizing language while improving sentence clarity.
  • Optional slop scoring for prioritization: When you provide a file path, it can help quantify slop patterns to guide what to edit first.

Quick Start

Ask the de-sloppify skill to rewrite your provided draft so it removes “AI slop” (grandiose phrasing, filler transitions, clichés, and minimizing language) and produces a more authentic, human, professional version.

Frequently Asked Questions about de-sloppify

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

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How do I remove AI slop from generated blog posts and articles?

Removing AI slop from generated blog posts and articles involves refining the text to eliminate grandiose phrasing, clichés, and filler transitions. This skill rewrites AI-generated drafts into clear, grounded, and professional human writing by applying specific editing mandates.

What is AI slop in content generation and how do I fix it?

AI slop in content generation consists of grandiose phrasing, repetitive filler transitions, and patronizing language. You fix it by applying targeted editing mandates that rewrite inflated claims into clear, authentic, and concrete wording, improving overall readability and tone.

How do I score and quantify slop patterns in a text file?

Scoring and quantifying slop patterns in a text file involves running a deterministic slop scoring script on a provided file path. This computes slop metrics to help identify specific patterns and prioritize which areas of the draft to edit first.

Can I use de-sloppify to edit README files and codelabs?

Yes, you can use de-sloppify to edit README files and codelabs. It is specifically designed to apply its editing mandates to reviewed drafts like articles, blog posts, codelabs, and README content that require improved tone and readability.

Does NLTK work with Google GenAI for text readability analysis?

Yes, NLTK works with Google GenAI in this context to support text readability analysis and slop detection. These dependencies enable the processing of drafts, the computation of deterministic slop metrics, and the refinement of AI-generated writing into human-like content.