Write a research plan with explicit constraints
State the decision, timeline, access, and ethical limits so the design is realistic.
What this prompt helps you do
A plan that fits the actual constraints, with any conflict between them surfaced rather than assumed away.
When to use it
Research plans keep being designed for conditions that do not exist.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Surface conflicts between the timeline and the confidence required, rather than quietly reducing rigour.
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.