26/05/2026
🚀 THE ULTIMATE CLAUDE PROMPT DICTIONARY (All 100 Shortcuts Exposed!)🚀
Stop guessing what to type into AI. Bookmark, save, and share this complete master list of all 100 slash-commands from the infographic to instantly level up your productivity!
Keep this directory handy to copy and paste whenever you need it:
# # # 🧠 EXPLAIN & UNDERSTAND
1. /ELI5 [topic] — Forces Claude to drop all jargon and explain like you're 5 years old. Best for confusing concepts you keep nodding through.
2. /ELI15 [topic] — Same idea but at a teenager's level. Use when ELI5 is too basic but textbook explanations are too dense.
3. /TLDR [paste text] — "Too long, didn't read." Compresses long articles, emails, or PDFs into the shortest possible version.
4. /SUMMARIZE [paste text] — Standard summary, longer than TLDR. Keeps the main points and some supporting detail.
5. /KEY POINTS [paste text] — Pulls out the most important takeaways as a clean list.
6. /MAIN IDEAS [paste text] — Like key points, but focused on the big themes rather than facts.
7. /DEFINE [word] — Quick definition with context, not just a dictionary line.
8. /EXAMPLE OF [concept] — Gives you a real-world example to make an abstract idea click.
9. /ANALOGY FOR [concept] — Compares something unfamiliar to something familiar. Great for "I still don't get it."
10. /SIMPLIFY [paste text] — Rewrites complicated text in plain language.
11. /EXPAND ON [topic] — Adds depth when Claude's first answer felt too short or shallow.
12. /CONTEXT FOR [topic] — Gives you the backstory so you understand why a thing matters.
13. /HISTORY OF [topic] — A quick origin story — how something came to be.
14. /TIMELINE OF [topic] — Lays events out in chronological order. Useful for studying or catching up.
15. /GLOSSARY FOR [topic] — A mini-dictionary of all the key terms in a subject.
# # # ⚖️ THINK & DECIDE
1. /PROS AND CONS [topic] — Balanced list of upsides vs downsides. Classic decision-making tool.
2. /COMPARE [A] vs [B] — Side-by-side breakdown of two options, products, or ideas.
3. /SWOT [topic or business] — Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats. Used in business planning.
4. /RISKS OF [plan] — What could go wrong. Good gut-check before committing to something.
5. /COUNTERARGUMENT [to] [position] — Forces the opposing view, even if you agree with the original.
6. /DEVIL'S ADVOCATE [position] — Similar to counterargument, but more aggressive in poking holes.
7. /STEP-BY-STEP [task] — Breaks a task into ordered, numbered steps. Reduces overwhelm.
8. /CHECKLIST FOR [task] — Tickable list — handy for repeated tasks like packing, launching, hiring.
9. /DECISION MATRIX [options] — A scoring grid weighing options against criteria. For bigger decisions.
10. /QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE [decision] — Surfaces blind spots before you commit.
11. /RED FLAGS IN [situation] — Warning signs to watch for — jobs, relationships, contracts, deals.
12. /COMMON MISTAKES WITH [task] — Saves you from repeating errors others have already made.
13. /FACT CHECK [claim] — Claude evaluates a claim and tells you what's supported, disputed, or unknown.
# # # ✍️ WRITING
1. /REWRITE [paste text] — Gives you a fresh version of the same content.
2. /SHORTER [paste text] — Cuts the length without losing the point.
3. /LONGER [paste text] — Adds detail and supporting points when your draft feels thin.
4. /CLEARER [paste text] — Smooths confusing or clunky writing.
5. /FIX GRAMMAR [paste text] — Corrects errors without changing your voice.
6. /PROOFREAD [paste text] — Catches typos, grammar issues, and awkward phrasing.
7. /MORE FORMAL [paste text] — Bumps up the professionalism — for clients, bosses, formal emails.
8. /MORE CASUAL [paste text] — Loosens up stiff writing for friends, social posts, or chats.
9. /MORE POLITE [paste text] — Softens a message that might come across as blunt or rude.
10. /MORE CONFIDENT [paste text] — Removes hedging words ("maybe," "just," "kind of") for stronger tone.
11. /CHANGE TONE TO [tone]: [paste text] — Pick any tone (witty, empathetic, urgent, warm) and Claude rewrites accordingly.
# # # 📧 EMAIL & MESSAGES
1. /EMAIL FROM [bullet notes] — Turns your rough notes into a full, polished email.
2. /REPLY TO [paste email] — Drafts a response to an email you received.
3. /SUBJECT LINE FOR [email] — Generates strong subject lines so your email actually gets opened.
4. /FOLLOW-UP EMAIL ABOUT [topic] — For chasing replies, second touches, gentle reminders.
5. /POLITE DECLINE [situation] — Says "no" without burning bridges.
6. /APOLOGY FOR [situation] — A genuine, non-cringey apology message.
7. /THANK YOU NOTE FOR [reason] — Warm thank-you that doesn't sound robotic.
8. /CONDOLENCE MESSAGE FOR [situation] — Gentle, appropriate words when someone is grieving.
9. /CONGRATULATIONS MESSAGE FOR [reason] — Specific, heartfelt congrats for promotions, weddings, babies, etc.
# # # 💼 WORK
1. /MEETING AGENDA FOR [topic] — Structured agenda with time blocks and discussion points.
2. /ACTION ITEMS FROM [paste notes] — Pulls clear next steps out of messy meeting notes.
3. /EXEC SUMMARY OF [paste text] — One-paragraph version for busy decision-makers.
4. /COVER LETTER FOR [job description] — Tailored cover letter, not generic boilerplate.
5. /RESUME BULLET FOR [achievement] — Turns "I did X" into a sharp, results-oriented resume line.
6. /LINKEDIN BIO FROM [details] — Profile summary based on your background.
7. /INTERVIEW QUESTIONS FOR [role] — Likely questions you'll face — to practice with.
8. /ANSWER THIS INTERVIEW QUESTION: [question] — Drafts a strong answer using the STAR method or similar.
9. /PERFORMANCE REVIEW PHRASES FOR [trait] — Useful wording for self-reviews or reviewing others.
# # # 🎭 ROLE-PLAY & PERSPECTIVE
1. /ACT AS [role]: [question] — Claude responds as a doctor, lawyer, coach, teacher, etc. (Always verify professional advice.)
2. /MULTIPLE PERSPECTIVES ON [topic] — Shows how different groups would view the same issue.
3. /WHAT WOULD [type of expert] SAY ABOUT [topic] — Get a specialist's lens on something.
# # # 🧠 LEARNING
1. /QUIZ ME ON [topic] — Claude becomes a quiz master, testing what you know.
2. /FLASHCARDS FOR [topic] — Term-and-definition pairs you can copy into apps like Anki or Quizlet.
3. /STUDY PLAN FOR [topic, timeframe] — A day-by-day or week-by-week roadmap.
4. /CHEAT SHEET FOR [topic] — Dense one-pager of the most important facts.
5. /BEGINNER GUIDE TO [topic] — Friendly intro for someone starting from zero.
6. /FAQ ABOUT [topic] — The most common questions and their answers in one place.
7. /PRACTICE QUESTIONS ON [topic] — Open-ended questions to test deeper understanding.
8. /TIPS FOR [skill] — Quick wins and shortcuts for getting better at something.
# # # 🎨 CREATIVE
1. /STORY ABOUT [prompt] — Short fictional story on your prompt.
2. /POEM ABOUT [topic] — Verse on any topic, any style.
3. /HAIKU ABOUT [topic] — Three-line, 5-7-5 syllable poem.
4. /JOKE ABOUT [topic] — One-liner or short joke.
5. /CAPTION FOR [photo description] — Witty or thoughtful caption for an image.
6. /TWEET ABOUT [topic] — Short post under 280 characters.
7. /LINKEDIN POST ABOUT [topic] — Professional-style post with hooks and structure.
8. /INSTAGRAM CAPTION FOR [description] — More casual, often with line breaks and emojis.
9. /HEADLINE FOR [article topic] — Punchy titles that make people click.
10. /NAME IDEAS FOR [thing] — Brainstormed names for businesses, products, pets, characters.
11. /SLOGAN FOR [brand] — Tagline options for a business or campaign.
# # # 🏡 HOME & LIFE
1. /RECIPE FOR [dish] — Full recipe with ingredients and steps.
2. /SUBSTITUTE FOR [ingredient] — Swaps when you're missing something. (For dietary/allergy needs, double-check.)
3. /SHOPPING LIST FOR [recipe or week] — Organized grocery list, often grouped by aisle.
4. /MEAL PLAN FOR [goal, days] — Multi-day meal plan tailored to your goals.
5. /WORKOUT FOR [goal] — Routine for strength, weight loss, mobility, etc. (Not medical advice.)
6. /PACKING LIST FOR [trip type, days] — Don't forget essentials for travel.
7. /TRAVEL ITINERARY FOR [place, days] — Day-by-day plan for a trip.
8. /GIFT IDEAS FOR [person, budget] — Thoughtful gift suggestions based on age, interests, budget.
9. /BUDGET PLAN FOR [income, goals] — A starting framework for managing money. (Not financial advice.)
# # # 🌱 MIND & GROWTH
1. /JOURNAL PROMPT FOR [mood/theme] — A question to spark reflection in your journal.
2. /GRATITUDE PROMPTS — Questions to help you notice what's good in your life.
3. /REFRAME THIS THOUGHT: [paste] — Takes a negative thought and offers a healthier way to see it.
4. /MORNING ROUTINE FOR [goal] — Routine designed around what you want — focus, calm, energy.
5. /HABIT PLAN FOR [goal] — How to build a habit using small, sustainable steps.
6. /SMART GOAL FROM [vague aim] — Turns "get fit" into something Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
7. /CONVERSATION STARTERS FOR [setting] — Openers for dates, networking, parties, meetings.
8. /AFFIRMATIONS FOR [theme] — Positive statements for confidence, calm, self-worth, etc.
9. /BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS LIKE [book or topic] — "If you loved X, you'll like..." suggestions.
