swyx-writing
by swyxio20 days agoApply swyx's reusable nonfiction writing preferences when drafting or materially revising prose, including technical posts, essays, research memos, reports, documentation, profiles, scripts, announcements, and publishing copy. Use as the shared style and editing layer alongside the skill that owns the subject or format. Do not use for verbatim transcription, code-only work, or fiction unless the user explicitly asks for swyx's nonfiction voice.
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Open your terminal
- Mac: Press ⌘ Space, type "Terminal", press Enter
- Windows: Press Win R, type "cmd", press Enter
Paste the command above and press Enter
Use the Copy command button, then paste in your terminal (Mac: ⌘V, Windows: Ctrl V).
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