/reddit

name: reddit-posts
description: 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:

1. **Title** (subreddit-appropriate) 2. **Body** (value-driven, formatted) 3. **Suggested flair** (if known) 4. **Subreddit reminder**: "Verify rules before posting"

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