Prompt Libraries: Templates, Examples & How to Build Yours

Stop rewriting the same prompts. Build a reusable prompt library that saves time, improves consistency, and makes your best work easy to find and run.

Why Prompt Libraries Matter

Every time you craft a great prompt, you're solving a problem. But without a system to save and organize those solutions, you end up solving the same problems over and over. A prompt library fixes that.

Reusability

Write once, use forever. Stop recreating prompts for recurring tasks.

Consistency

Get predictable outputs across projects, team members, and time.

Speed

Skip the blank page. Start with a proven prompt and customize as needed.

Quality Control

Iterate on saved prompts to continuously improve output quality.

Onboarding

New team members can use proven prompts from day one.

Discovery

Browse community prompts to find solutions you hadn't thought of.

What a Good Prompt Library Contains

A useful prompt library is more than a text dump. Each saved prompt should include metadata that makes it findable, understandable, and maintainable.

FieldWhy It MattersExample
TitleQuick identification"Code Review Checklist"
Prompt textThe actual prompt to useFull prompt with placeholders
CategoryOrganize by use caseCoding, Marketing, SEO
Target modelWhich AI it's optimized forClaude, Gemini, GPT
Output formatExpected result structureJSON, Markdown, Checklist
When to useContext for selection"Use for PR reviews on TypeScript code"
ExamplesShow expected input/outputSample input → sample output

Tip: Prompt Builder automatically tracks category, model, timestamps, and pinned status. You can add titles and descriptions when saving prompts from the Generator, Optimizer, or Assistant.

How Prompt Builder's Library Works

Prompt Builder includes a built-in library with two sections: your personal prompts and community-shared prompts.

My Prompts

Your personal collection of saved prompts. These come from:

  • Prompt Generator — Save refined prompts after chat iterations
  • Prompt Optimizer — Save improved versions of existing prompts
  • Prompt Assistant — Save prompts that produced great results
Search by title/contentFilter by categoryFilter by modelPin favoritesEdit promptsRun in Assistant

Community Prompts

Browse prompts shared by other Prompt Builder users. Same search and filter options, plus the ability to add prompts to your personal library.

Run: One-Click Testing

Every saved prompt has a Run button. Click it to open Prompt Assistant with a new chat pre-filled with that prompt. Test variations, add context, and iterate without leaving Prompt Builder.

Open Prompt Library

Starter Structure for Your Library

Not sure how to organize prompts? Here's a suggested category structure that works for most teams and individuals:

Marketing

Copy, campaigns, landing pages, ads

SEO

Meta descriptions, content briefs, keyword research

Coding

Code review, documentation, debugging, refactoring

Data/SQL

Queries, analysis, data cleaning, reports

Product

PRDs, specs, roadmaps, user stories

Support

Response templates, FAQs, documentation

Research

Summaries, analysis, literature review

Social

Posts, threads, captions, hashtags

Naming Conventions

Consistent naming makes prompts easier to find. Consider a pattern like:

→ [Category] Task - Variant

→ [SEO] Meta Description - E-commerce

→ [Coding] Code Review - TypeScript

→ [Marketing] Email - Follow-up

Pinning Strategy

Pin your top 5-10 most-used prompts. These appear first in your library, so you can grab them without scrolling or searching. Update pins as your workflow evolves.

Prompt Templates You Can Copy Today

Start your library with these ready-to-use templates. Each follows prompt engineering best practices and works across major AI models.

Landing Page CopyMarketing

Generate compelling landing page sections.

Write conversion-focused landing page copy.

Input Parameters

ParameterValue
Product{product_name}
Audience{audience}
Key benefit{main_value_prop}
Tone{professional / friendly / bold}

Deliverables

1. Hero Section

  • Headline: Under 10 words, benefit-led
  • Subheadline: 1-2 sentences, expand on value

2. Feature Blocks (x3)

Feature 1:
  Headline: [benefit-focused, 5-7 words]
  Body: [2 sentences, specific outcome]

3. CTA Options

  • Primary CTA: {action verb + outcome}
  • Secondary CTA: {lower commitment}

🚫 Avoid

  • Generic phrases ("best-in-class", "cutting-edge")
  • Hype words without substance
  • Passive voice
Meta Description GeneratorSEO

Create click-worthy meta descriptions for any page.

Write 3 meta description options optimized for CTR.

Page Details

ParameterValue
Page title{title}
Primary keyword{keyword}
Page type{blog post / product page / landing page / guide}
Unique angle{what makes this page different}

Requirements

  • ✅ Under 155 characters (show count)
  • ✅ Include primary keyword naturally
  • ✅ Include a benefit or outcome
  • ✅ End with CTA or curiosity hook

Output Format

1. [Meta description] (XXX chars)
   Why: [brief rationale]

2. [Meta description] (XXX chars)
   Why: [brief rationale]

3. [Meta description] (XXX chars)
   Why: [brief rationale]

Recommended: Option # because...

Function DocumentationCoding

Generate comprehensive function/method documentation.

Generate comprehensive documentation for this function.

Code

{paste_function_here}

Output Format: {JSDoc / Docstring / Markdown}

Required Sections

SectionInclude
Description1 sentence, what it does
ParametersName, type, description, default
ReturnsType + description
ThrowsError types + conditions
ExampleRealistic usage, not trivial
NotesEdge cases, performance, related

Example Output (JSDoc)

/**
 * Brief description of what the function does.
 *
 * @param {string} param1 - Description of param1
 * @param {Object} [options] - Optional configuration
 * @param {number} [options.timeout=3000] - Timeout in ms
 * @returns {Promise<Result>} Description of return value
 * @throws {ValidationError} When input is invalid
 *
 * @example
 * const result = await myFunction('input', { timeout: 5000 });
 */
SQL Query BuilderData/SQL

Generate SQL queries from natural language descriptions.

Generate a production-ready SQL query.

Task

{what you want to get/do}

Database

Dialect: {PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQLite}

Schema

{paste_schema_or_describe_tables}

Requirements

RuleDetails
ColumnsExplicit names (no SELECT *)
CommentsExplain complex joins/conditions
SortingInclude ORDER BY if relevant
SecurityUse parameterized placeholders

Output Format

Query

-- Brief description of what this query does
SELECT ...

Explanation

  • Query logic breakdown
  • Why this approach

Performance Notes

  • Recommended indexes
  • Potential bottlenecks for large tables
User Story GeneratorProduct

Create well-structured user stories with acceptance criteria.

Create a well-structured user story with acceptance criteria.

Input

ParameterValue
Feature{feature_description}
User type{persona or role}
Product{what the product does}

Output Format

🎫 Title

[Short descriptive title]

📖 User Story

As a [user type], I want to [action/goal], So that [benefit/outcome].

✅ Acceptance Criteria

#GivenWhenThen
1[context][action][result]
2.........

Include 3-5 testable criteria

⚠️ Edge Cases

  • Edge case 1: How to handle
  • Edge case 2: How to handle

🚫 Out of Scope

  • What this story explicitly doesn't include
Support Response TemplateSupport

Craft helpful, on-brand support responses.

Write a customer support response that resolves the issue.

Ticket Details

ParameterValue
Issue{describe the customer's problem}
Sentiment{frustrated / confused / neutral / positive}
Status{solved / workaround / investigating / cannot fix}
Brand voice{professional / friendly / casual}
Company{company}

Response Structure

1. 👋 Acknowledge

  • Empathetic, not robotic
  • Match their energy level

2. 💡 Explain

  • Clear situation/solution
  • No technical jargon

3. ➡️ Next Steps

Step 1: [action]
Step 2: [action]

4. 🤝 Close

  • Offer additional help
  • Appropriate sign-off

Constraints

  • ⏱️ Max 150 words
  • 🚫 No corporate jargon
  • ✅ Be specific, not generic
LinkedIn Post GeneratorSocial

Create engaging LinkedIn posts that drive engagement.

Write an engaging LinkedIn post optimized for reach.

Post Parameters

ParameterValue
Topic{topic or insight}
Goal{awareness / engagement / lead gen / thought leadership}
Tone{professional / conversational / bold / inspirational}

Post Structure

1. 🎣 Hook (Line 1)

  • Stop the scroll
  • No emojis in hook
  • Pattern interrupt or hot take

2. 📖 Body (3-5 paragraphs)

  • Short paragraphs (1-2 sentences)
  • One idea per paragraph
  • Story or insight with specifics

3. 💡 Takeaway

  • Clear lesson or insight
  • Actionable if possible

4. ❓ CTA

  • Engagement question, or
  • Soft ask (save, share, comment)

5. #️⃣ Hashtags

  • 3-5 relevant tags
  • Mix of broad + niche

Constraints

  • 📏 Max 1300 characters
  • ⬇️ Use line breaks for readability
  • 🚫 No "I'm excited to announce"
  • 🚫 No engagement bait clichés
Research SummaryResearch

Summarize research papers or articles with key findings.

Summarize this research for a {technical / non-technical} audience.

Content

{paste_article_or_paper}

Output Format

📝 TL;DR

1-2 sentences, the core finding

🔑 Key Findings

#FindingSignificance
1...Why it matters
2......

3-5 bullet points

🔬 Methodology

2-3 sentences: How the research was conducted

⚠️ Limitations

  • What the research doesn't cover
  • Caveats to consider

💡 Practical Implications

  • How to apply this
  • Who should care

❓ Open Questions

  • What to explore next
  • Related areas of inquiry

Constraints

  • 📏 Max 400 words total
  • 📖 Define jargon on first use
  • ⚠️ Note any contested claims

Want to generate custom templates?

Use Prompt Generator to create model-optimized prompts for any task, then save them to your library.

Try Prompt Generator

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a prompt library?

A prompt library is a collection of saved, organized prompts that you can reuse across projects and tasks. It helps you avoid rewriting prompts from scratch, maintain consistency, and share effective prompts with your team.

Where can I find prompt libraries?

Prompt Builder includes both a personal prompt library (My Prompts) and Community Prompts shared by other users. You can also find prompt collections from AI providers like Anthropic and OpenAI, or on community platforms like GitHub and Reddit.

What's the best way to organize prompts?

Organize prompts by use case (Marketing, SEO, Coding, Support, etc.), target model, and task type. Use consistent naming conventions, add descriptions, and pin your most-used prompts for quick access. Prompt Builder supports categories, model tags, and pinning out of the box.

Do prompt libraries work across different AI models?

Core prompt patterns work across models, but optimal structure varies. Prompt Builder generates model-optimized prompts for your target model, and you can save different versions of the same prompt for different models in your library.

How do I build a prompt library from scratch?

Start by saving prompts that work well during your daily work. Categorize them by use case, add clear titles and descriptions, and iterate on saved prompts to improve them over time. Prompt Builder's Generator and Optimizer make it easy to create high-quality prompts to add to your library.

Can I share prompts with my team?

Prompt Builder's Community Prompts feature lets you explore prompts shared by others. Team collaboration features are on the roadmap, which will allow you to share private prompt libraries within your organization.

What should I include in a prompt template?

A good prompt template includes: a clear task description, context/role for the AI, output format specification, constraints and boundaries, example inputs/outputs, and placeholders for variable content. Add metadata like category, target model, and 'when to use' notes.

How many prompts should a library have?

Quality matters more than quantity. Start with 10-20 prompts covering your most common tasks, then expand as you find new use cases. Pin your top 5-10 most-used prompts for quick access.

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