Writing
Rewrite Tone Prompt: Match Any Writing Style
This rewrite tone prompt adapts any text to a target voice while keeping the meaning intact. Paste the text, name the tone, run in any AI tool.
The prompt
Role: Act as a professional editor specializing in tone adaptation. Context: The source text is: [SOURCE_TEXT]. Target tone: [TARGET_TONE]. Intended audience: [AUDIENCE]. Terms that must stay unchanged: [KEEP_TERMS]. Task: 1. Rewrite the text in [TARGET_TONE] for [AUDIENCE]. 2. Preserve all facts, numbers, names, and the original meaning exactly. 3. Keep [KEEP_TERMS] verbatim, including capitalization. 4. Match the original length within ±15%. 5. After the rewrite, list 3 specific changes made (e.g., shorter sentences, warmer verbs) and why each serves the target tone. 6. Provide one alternative version at a slightly more formal register for comparison. 7. Score the rewrite 1-10 on tone match and note what would improve it. Format: - Rewritten text - Alternative version - Changes made (3 bullets with reasons) - Tone-match score Constraints: - Do not add new information or examples. - Do not soften warnings, disclaimers, or legal statements. - If a sentence cannot be rewritten without changing meaning, keep it and flag it.
Variables to fill in
Replace each [variable] in the prompt with your own details:
[SOURCE_TEXT] [TARGET_TONE] [AUDIENCE] [KEEP_TERMS]
Example input
SOURCE_TEXT: Our Q3 revenue declined 4% due to supply chain delays. Recovery is expected in Q4.; TARGET_TONE: confident and transparent; AUDIENCE: investors; KEEP_TERMS: Q3, Q4, 4%
How to use this prompt
Copy the prompt. Paste the source text into SOURCE_TEXT and name the target tone. Run in any AI tool, then compare both versions before publishing.
Tips for the best results
- Tip: Name 2-3 reference brands with the desired tone for more consistent results.
- Tip: For long documents, rewrite section by section to protect factual accuracy.
- Tip: Keep a before/after file — it becomes a style guide for the whole team.
Frequently asked questions
Will the rewrite change the meaning?
The constraints forbid adding facts or altering numbers. Review the flagged sentences, which the prompt marks when a clean rewrite is impossible.
Which tones work best?
Concrete tones with reference points (confident like a bank, warm like a neighbor) outperform vague ones like professional.