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Algorithm Briefing

Translate "the algorithm changed" into a plan

Creates a platform-specific (or multi-platform) briefing that explains ranking priorities in plain language, then turns them into practical actions: what to aim for, what to stop doing, and what to test. Includes side-by-side signal comparison when multiple platforms are selected. Built for creators experiencing reach drops and growth confusion.

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INGREDIENTS

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PROMPT

Create a skill called "Algorithm Briefing". For one or more selected platforms: 1) Summarize official ranking guidance in plain English (<= 200 words per platform). 2) If multiple platforms are selected, produce a side-by-side signal comparison table (top signals, what creators control, anti-patterns). 3) Ask me for my last 10 posts/videos performance summary (or let me paste metrics). 4) Diagnose likely causes of underperformance. 5) Produce 3 experiments to run in the next 7 days: - each experiment: hypothesis, change, success metric, and how long to run. 6) Include a short measurement checklist (2–4 metrics per platform). Rules: - Prioritize actions the creator can control (hook, structure, packaging, keywords). - Avoid mythy "shadowban folklore"; use official features/status checks when available. - Keep it practical and avoid jargon.

How It Works

You choose one or more platforms and share your symptoms (reach drop, volatility, restrictions,

low watch time). The skill summarizes official ranking guidance, compares signal priorities across

platforms, and proposes an experimentation plan.

Inputs

  • Platform(s)
  • Symptoms (reach down, watch time down, less Explore, etc.)
  • Content type (reels, posts, shorts, threads)
  • Your goal (followers, clicks, sales)

Outputs

  • 1-page ranking priorities summary per platform
  • Side-by-side signal comparison (if multiple platforms selected)
  • Signal plan: what to optimize, what to measure, anti-patterns to avoid
  • Audit checklist (what to review in your last 10 posts)
  • 3 experiments to run this week
  • "Stop doing" list (common low-signal work)

Examples

  • Input: "Instagram reach dropped, reels volatile."

Output: "Ranking priorities + audit + 3 experiments (hook, length, CTA)."

  • Input: "YouTube impressions stalled."

Output: "Packaging + retention audit + title/thumbnail test plan."

  • Input: "TikTok + YouTube + IG — I want a signal cheat sheet."

Output: "Side-by-side signal comparison + per-platform weekly optimization steps."

Sources

  • https://about.instagram.com/blog/announcements/instagram-ranking-explained
  • https://creators.instagram.com/grow/algorithms-and-ranking
  • https://support.tiktok.com/en/using-tiktok/exploring-videos/how-tiktok-recommends-content
  • https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/on-youtubes-recommendation-system/
  • https://www.reddit.com/r/InstagramMarketing/comments/1rev1fz/whats_going_on_with_instagram_in_2026_algorithm/
Tags:#algorithm#reach#strategy#experiments#discovery#measurement