Specify a rewrite's constraints explicitly
State what must be preserved so a rewrite improves without losing what worked.
What this prompt helps you do
A rewrite honouring the preserved elements, with the changes and their reasoning stated.
When to use it
A piece needs improvement and previous rewrites have removed the parts that were working.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Name what must survive; unstated, the strongest and most distinctive parts get smoothed away first.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.