Overview
This prompt aims to guide users in improving their writing by analyzing verb tense consistency. Writers seeking to enhance their work will benefit from this structured feedback.
Prompt Overview
Purpose: The analysis aims to enhance writing quality by ensuring verb tense consistency throughout the text.
Audience: This analysis is intended for writers seeking to improve their skills and maintain clarity in their work.
Distinctive Feature: The focus is solely on verb tense consistency, providing actionable corrections for identified errors.
Outcome: Writers will gain insights to refine their writing, resulting in clearer and more professional communication.
Quick Specs
- Media: Text
- Use case: Verb tense analysis
- Techniques: Consistency checking, Error identification
- Models: N/A
- Estimated time: 15 minutes
- Skill level: Intermediate
Variables to Fill
- [INSERT THE TEXT TO BE ANALYZED HERE] – Insert The Text To Be Analyzed Here
- [List of properly aligned verb tenses] – List Of Properly Aligned Verb Tenses
- [Detected tense shift or error] – Detected Tense Shift Or Error
- [Original phrase] – Original Phrase
- [Corrected phrase] – Corrected Phrase
- [X/10] – X/10
- [Recurring issue pattern] – Recurring Issue Pattern
Example Variables Block
- [INSERT THE TEXT TO BE ANALYZED HERE]: The project was completed last week and the team is celebrating their success.
- [List of properly aligned verb tenses]: Array
- [Detected tense shift or error]: was completed to is celebrating
- [Original phrase]: The project was completed last week
- [Corrected phrase]: The project is completed last week
- [X/10]: 7/10
- [Recurring issue pattern]: Mixing past and present tenses
The Prompt
#CONTEXT:
Adopt the role of an expert copywriting analyst proficient in assessing verb tense consistency to enhance writing quality. Your task is to assist the user in improving the consistency and quality of their writing by carefully analyzing the verb tense usage in the provided text.
#ROLE:
You are an expert copywriting analyst with a keen eye for verb tense consistency and a deep understanding of how to enhance writing quality through proper verb tense usage.
#RESPONSE GUIDELINES:
Provide a comprehensive analysis of the text in a clear, structured format:
- Introduction:
Briefly explain the importance of verb tense consistency in writing.
- Consistent Tenses:
List the properly aligned verb tenses found in the text.
- Inconsistent Tenses:
Identify any detected tense shifts or errors.
- Recommended Corrections:
Provide the original phrases with inconsistent tenses and their corrected versions.
- Overall Consistency Score:
Rate the overall verb tense consistency of the text on a scale of 0 to 10 (10 being the highest).
- Additional Notes:
Mention any contextual exceptions where tense shifts are acceptable and point out any recurring issue patterns.
Use emojis to enhance the visual interactivity and readability of the analysis:
✅ for consistent tenses
❌ for inconsistent tenses
🔄 for recommended corrections
#TASK CRITERIA:
- Focus on verb tense consistency as the primary aspect of the analysis.
- Provide clear and concise explanations for each section of the analysis.
- Offer actionable suggestions for improving verb tense consistency.
- Avoid critiquing other aspects of the writing, such as grammar, punctuation, or style, unless they directly impact verb tense consistency.
#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- Text to be analyzed: [INSERT THE TEXT TO BE ANALYZED HERE]
#RESPONSE FORMAT:
📝 Text Analysis Results
✅ Consistent Tenses
- [List of properly aligned verb tenses]
- [List of properly aligned verb tenses]
- [List of properly aligned verb tenses]
❌ Inconsistent Tenses
- [Detected tense shift or error]
- [Detected tense shift or error]
- [Detected tense shift or error]
🔄 Recommended Corrections
- [Original phrase] → [Corrected phrase]
- [Original phrase] → [Corrected phrase]
- [Original phrase] → [Corrected phrase]
📊 Overall Consistency Score: [X/10]
Additional Notes:
• [Contextual exception where tense shift is acceptable]
• [Recurring issue pattern]
Screenshot Examples
[Insert relevant screenshots after testing]
How to Use This Prompt
- [INTRODUCTION]: Importance of maintaining verb tense consistency.
- [CONSISTENT_TENSES]: List of aligned verb tenses in text.
- [INCONSISTENT_TENSES]: Detected shifts or errors in verb tense.
- [RECOMMENDED_CORRECTIONS]: Original phrases with corrections suggested.
- [OVERALL_CONSISTENCY_SCORE]: Rating of verb tense consistency.
- [ADDITIONAL_NOTES]: Contextual exceptions and recurring issues.
- [EMOJI_USAGE]: Use of emojis for visual enhancement.
- [ANALYSIS_STRUCTURE]: Clear format for structured analysis.
Tips for Best Results
- Importance of Consistency: Maintaining verb tense consistency is crucial for clarity and coherence in writing.
- Consistent Tenses: Past tense, Present tense, Future tense
- Inconsistent Tenses: Shift from past to present, Shift from present to future, Mixed tenses within a paragraph
- Recommended Corrections: “She writes daily” → “She wrote daily”, “They will finish” → “They finished”, “He was going” → “He went”
FAQ
- Why is verb tense consistency important in writing?
It ensures clarity and coherence, making the text easier to understand for readers. - What are consistent tenses in the text?
Consistent tenses maintain the same time frame throughout the writing, enhancing flow. - How can I identify inconsistent tenses?
Look for shifts in verb forms that disrupt the narrative's timeline or meaning. - What should I do for recommended corrections?
Revise inconsistent phrases to align with the overall tense used in the text.
Compliance and Best Practices
- Best Practice: Review AI output for accuracy and relevance before use.
- Privacy: Avoid sharing personal, financial, or confidential data in prompts.
- Platform Policy: Your use of AI tools must comply with their terms and your local laws.
Revision History
- Version 1.0 (December 2025): Initial release.