reddit-posts

# 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" ## Related Skills - **reddit-ads**: Paid promotion on Reddit; Promoted Posts, subreddit targeting; native creative aligns with organic post style - **twitter-x-posts**: Alternative platform - **cold-start-strategy**: Cold start; Reddit as launch channel - **parasite-seo**: Parasite SEO strategy; Reddit as high-authority platform - **grokipedia-recommendations**: Wiki/encyclopedia platform for GEO and parasite SEO - **community-forum**: Forum and community promotion; HN, Indie Hacker; community invitation tactics - **indie-hacker-strategy**: Indie hacker first 100 users; Reddit for niche products - **influencer-marketing**: Reddit can complement influencer outreach