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Write four Instagram story frames that end with a poll
Practice: Asking for a format you can use. About 5 minutes.
About this exercise
You own Copper Kettle Diner and are announcing new weekend brunch hours in Instagram stories. Write exactly 4 numbered frames, each under 9 words: frames 1-3 give the news, and frame 4 is a poll question with two options in the shape Question? Option A / Option B. Use the final hours, and reply with only the plain-text frames.
Common mistakes when you ask AI for this
- Asking for "a story post". The AI writes one long caption, not frames. Try: Set the shape: "Exactly 4 numbered frames, each under 8 words."
- Using the first-draft hours. 8am-1pm comes first in the notes. Try: Add: "Hours are 9am-2pm."
- Forgetting the poll format. The AI writes a question with no options. Try: Show it: "Pancakes or burrito first? Pancakes / Burrito"
- Getting design notes. The AI adds bold frame labels and sticker ideas. Try: Add: "Text only, plain, no notes."
What a strong prompt includes
- Says how many frames
- Sets up the poll
- Uses the final hours
- Limits each frame
- Asks for only the list
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