stop-slop

Remove filler phrases and jargon from prose to increase directness.

22|5|Updated Jan 9, 2018
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tdhopper/dotfiles2.0 --skill stop-slop-tdhopper
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: stop-slop
Source: https://github.com/tdhopper/dotfiles2.0/tree/main/.claude/skills/stop-slop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tdhopper/dotfiles2.0 --skill stop-slop-tdhopper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps writers and editors remove filler phrases, avoid predictable openings, and increase clarity, making prose more direct and human.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Eliminate filler and throat-clearing openers to improve readability.
  • Avoid formulaic sentence structures and binary contrasts.
  • Provide an assessment framework to rate Directness, Rhythm, Trust, Authenticity, and Density.
  • Use in editing prose, long-form drafts, or content that needs a more human voice.

Quick Start

Rewrite the provided paragraph to remove filler, cut jargon, and increase directness.

Frequently Asked Questions about stop-slop

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I edit prose to remove filler phrases and predictable AI writing patterns?

Editing prose for directness involves removing filler phrases, avoiding predictable openings, and cutting jargon to increase clarity and make the writing more human.

What is the best way to assess text clarity and authenticity in long-form drafts?

Assessing text clarity and authenticity uses a framework to rate Directness, Rhythm, Trust, Authenticity, and Density, ensuring prose avoids binary contrasts and formulaic structures.

Can I use this editing approach for emails and reports, or is it only for blog posts?

Editing prose to increase directness applies across blog posts, emails, reports, and long-form content, removing throat-clearing openers to improve readability and trust in any format.

Why does my writing sound formulaic, and how do I make it more authentic?

Writing sounds formulaic due to predictable AI patterns and binary contrasts; making it authentic requires eliminating throat-clearing openers and varying sentence rhythm to increase trust.

What are the limitations of automated prose editing for tone and style?

Automated prose editing focuses on removing filler and increasing directness but requires human review to ensure varied rhythm and density assessments align with the intended authentic voice.