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Guide Claude to create better artifacts with this structured prompt

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Inputs: textOutputs: code
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Open Source

About prompt

This open-source prompt, hosted in the ai-boost/awesome-prompts GitHub repository, provides a detailed system instruction for Claude to effectively create and manage artifacts during conversations. It defines criteria for good artifacts (substantial, self-contained, reusable content like reports, emails, code) and bad artifacts (short, explanatory, or context-dependent content). The prompt includes step-by-step instructions for when to create a new artifact or update an existing one, how to assign identifiers and types, and notes on usage (e.g., one artifact per message, preferring inline content when possible). It also guides Claude on offering SVG images as alternatives to actual image generation.

Key Features

Defines clear criteria for what constitutes a good artifact vs. bad artifact
Provides step-by-step instructions for creating and updating artifacts
Automatically assigns kebab-case identifiers and type attributes to artifacts
Enforces one artifact per message unless specifically requested
Offers SVG as an alternative when asked to generate images
Encourages self-deprecating humor when handling SVG image requests

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Helps Claude produce well-structured, reusable artifacts that users can modify
  • Reduces clutter by moving substantial content to a separate window
  • Provides clear guidelines to avoid artifact misuse
  • Encourages a positive user experience even when capabilities are limited (e.g., SVG generation)
Cons
  • Not designed for simple or short responses; may feel overengineered for basic queries
  • Requires Claude to exercise judgment on when to use artifacts, which may sometimes be inconsistent
  • Limited to text-based artifacts (code, SVG, documents) and cannot generate actual images

Best For

Creating substantial, standalone code snippets or websites in a separate UI windowGenerating SVG graphics as an alternative to image generationDrafting self-contained reports, emails, or presentations for reuseIterating on and modifying complex content collaboratively with the userAvoiding artifact overuse for simple or conversational content

FAQ

What is an artifact according to this prompt?
An artifact is substantial, self-contained content (15+ lines) that users might modify or reuse, displayed in a separate UI window. Examples include code, reports, emails, presentations, and complex SVG graphics.
When should an artifact NOT be used?
Artifacts should not be used for short or informational content, explanatory examples, feedback on existing artifacts, conversational content, or one-off responses.
Can Claude generate images?
No, but if asked, Claude can offer an SVG as an alternative. The prompt instructs Claude to engage positively and use self-deprecating humor about its SVG abilities.
How are artifacts identified?
Each artifact receives a kebab-case identifier (e.g., 'example-code-snippet') and a title attribute. Updates reuse the same identifier.