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reddit-posts

When the user wants to create Reddit post copy, comments, or optimize for Reddit. Also use when the user mentions "Reddit post," "subreddit," "r/," "Reddit marketing," "post to Reddit," "Reddit thread," "Reddit comment," "Reddit copy," "Reddit content," or "Reddit engagement." For Reddit ads, use reddit-ads.

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Use reddit-posts to draft a subreddit-aware title, value-first body, and suggested flair for [subreddit] about [topic], ending with a reminder to verify the subreddit rules before posting.

Required inputs

[subreddit]
[topic]

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name: reddit-postsdescription: When the user wants to create Reddit post copy, comments, or optimize for Reddit. Also use when the user mentions "Reddit post," "subreddit," "r/," "Reddit marketing," "post to Reddit," "Reddit thread," "Reddit comment," "Reddit copy," "Reddit content," or "Reddit engagement." For Reddit ads, use reddit-ads.metadata:   version: 1.0.1

Platforms: Reddit

Guides Reddit post and comment creation. Use for generating publish-ready posts that follow subreddit norms. Suitable for copy agents. Design agents can use for image post context.

When invoking: On first use, if helpful, open with 1-2 sentences on what this skill covers and why it matters, then provide the main output. On subsequent use or when the user asks to skip, go directly to the main output.

Output: Publish-Ready Copy

This skill enables agents to generate Reddit post copy (title + body) that respects platform rules and community culture. Output is subreddit-aware and engagement-optimized.

Core Rules

Rule	Practice
90/10 principle	90% value, 10% promotional
Self-promotion	Max 1 in 6 posts promotional
Subreddit rules	Always check sidebar before posting
Flair	Required by many subs; wrong flair = removal
Title format	Some subs require [tags]; check top posts

Post Structure

Title

Concise, specific, accurate--no clickbait
Match subreddit format (e.g., [Discussion], [Question])
Factual; save opinions for body/comments

Body

Value-first: Lead with help, insight, or story
Casual, friendly tone--like talking to a friend
Engagement: Open-ended questions, invite discussion
Formatting: Markdown supported; use lists, headers for readability

Content Types

Type	Use
Experience sharing	Highest engagement; authentic stories
Q&A	Build trust; answer questions
Case study	Product value; must be transparent
Tool recommendation	Context + honest pros/cons

Algorithm Factors

Upvote/downvote ratio matters more than raw score
Early engagement weighs more; post at peak hours
Karma: 100-1000+ recommended before promotional posts
Author interaction: Reply to comments; boosts ranking

Formatting (Markdown)

Bold: **text**
Italic: *text*
Lists: - or 1.
Links: [text](url)

Output Format

When generating Reddit copy, provide:

Title (subreddit-appropriate)
Body (value-driven, formatted)
Suggested flair (if known)
Subreddit reminder: "Verify rules before posting"

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