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"Create a pocket reference for [topic]"
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Turn any AI conversation into a pocket reference:
Extract key points from conversation
Based on our conversation, create a pocket reference card summarising the key points. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Extract the most actionable information - Organise into 3-5 logical sections - Include a final **Do next** checklist (5-9 bullets) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 400-500 words total Begin output now:
Practical prompts for daily life:
Shopping list template
Create a pocket shopping checklist template. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Checkbox format: - [ ] Item — optional note - Use em dash (—) not hyphen for notes - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 300-350 words total STRUCTURE: # Shopping Checklist ## Produce [8-10 common vegetables and fruits with checkboxes] ## Dairy & Proteins [6-8 items: eggs, milk, cheese, meat, fish] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Pantry Staples [8-10 items: bread, rice, pasta, oils, spices] ## Household [6-8 items: cleaning supplies, paper goods] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Personal Care [5-6 items] ## Weekly Specials [3-4 blank lines for handwritten additions] ## Notes [2-3 tips for efficient shopping] Begin output now:
Packing checklist
Create a pocket packing checklist for a weekend trip. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Checkbox format: - [ ] Item — optional note - Use em dash (—) not hyphen for notes - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 300-350 words total STRUCTURE: # Weekend Packing ## Clothing [8-10 essential clothing items with checkboxes] ## Toiletries [6-8 personal care items] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Electronics [5-6 items: phone, charger, headphones] ## Documents [4-5 items: ID, tickets, reservations] ## Medications [3-4 items including first aid basics] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Before Leaving [5-6 home security checks] ## Notes [2-3 tips for light packing] Begin output now:
Prompts for professional contexts:
Note: Always verify AI-generated content against official sources for regulated industries (medical, legal, financial).
Training handout
Create a pocket training handout for [TOPIC/PROCESS]. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Bullet points for steps and key points - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 400-450 words total STRUCTURE: # [Topic] Quick Reference ## Overview [2-3 sentences: what this covers and why it matters] ## Key Steps [6-8 numbered steps for the main process] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Common Mistakes [4-5 mistakes to avoid] ## Quick Tips [4-5 practical tips] ## Troubleshooting [3-4 common issues and solutions] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Resources [3-4 where to get help: contacts, documentation] ## Checklist - [ ] Step 1 complete - [ ] Step 2 complete [4-5 checkboxes for verification] Begin output now:
SOP pocket card
Create a pocket SOP card for [PROCEDURE NAME]. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Numbered steps for procedures - Checkbox format for verification steps: - [ ] Item - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 350-400 words total STRUCTURE: # [Procedure] SOP ## Purpose [1-2 sentences: why this procedure exists] ## Before You Start - [ ] Check: [prerequisite 1] - [ ] Verify: [prerequisite 2] [3-4 pre-checks] ## Procedure 1. [Step with specific action] 2. [Step with specific action] [8-10 numbered steps] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Safety Notes [3-4 critical safety points] ## Quality Checks - [ ] [Verification point] [4-5 checkboxes] <!-- columnbreak --> ## If Something Goes Wrong [3-4 escalation steps and contacts] ## Sign-off - Completed by: _____________ - Date: _____________ Begin output now:
Meeting checklist
Create a pocket meeting checklist for professionals. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Checkbox format: - [ ] Item — optional note (keep notes under 6 words) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen for notes - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between phases - Target 350-400 words total STRUCTURE: # Meeting Checklist [1 sentence: reusable checklist for productive meetings] ## Before (1 day prior) - [ ] Review agenda — confirm objectives clear - [ ] Prepare materials — slides, docs, data [4-5 more prep items] <!-- columnbreak --> ## During - [ ] Start on time — respect attendees - [ ] Assign note-taker [5-6 facilitation items] ## After (within 24 hours) - [ ] Send summary — action items, owners, dates [3-4 follow-up items] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Quick Tips [3-4 meeting best practices] Begin output now:
Onboarding SOP
Create a pocket new hire onboarding checklist for managers. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Checkbox format: - [ ] Item — optional note (keep notes under 6 words) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen for notes - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between phases - Target 400-450 words total STRUCTURE: # New Hire Onboarding [1 sentence: reusable checklist for welcoming new team members] ## Day One - [ ] Workspace ready — desk, equipment, access - [ ] Welcome meeting — team introductions [5-6 more first day items] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Week One - [ ] Training sessions — role-specific - [ ] Buddy check-ins — daily [5-6 learning and connecting items] ## First 30 Days - [ ] First project assigned - [ ] Feedback session completed [3-4 milestone items] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Success Indicators [3-4 signs the onboarding worked] Begin output now:
Developer cheat sheets and command references:
Git reference
Download Git example PDF · View Git Markdown source
Create a pocket reference card for Git daily workflows. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Command format: `command` — brief description (6-10 words max) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Use :danger: for destructive commands, :warn: for cautions - Use :tip: for best practices, :info: for helpful notes - Target 450-500 words total STRUCTURE: # Git Quick Reference [1 sentence: what this covers] ## Setup & Config [4-5 essential config commands] :tip: [One best practice tip] ## Daily Workflow [6-8 most common commands: status, add, commit, push, pull] :info: [One helpful note] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Branching [5-6 branch operations: create, switch, merge, delete] :warn: [One caution about force deleting] ## Viewing History [4-5 log and diff commands] :tip: [One tip about reflog] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Undoing Changes [3-4 commands: restore, reset, stash] :warn: [Caution about discarding changes] :tip: [Tip about stash] ## Dangerous Commands :danger: `git reset --hard` — [why dangerous] :danger: `git push --force` — [why dangerous] :danger: `git clean -fd` — [why dangerous] ## Remote Operations [3-4 remote commands] :info: [Best practice about pulling] Begin output now:
Vim reference
Create a pocket reference card for Vim daily workflows. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Shortcut format: Key — Action (brief description) - Group by: Navigation, Editing, Search/Replace, Visual Mode - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between groups - Target 400-450 words total STRUCTURE: # Vim Quick Reference [1 sentence: what this covers] ## Navigation [8-10 motions: hjkl, w, b, 0, $, gg, G, etc.] ## Editing [8-10 commands: i, a, o, d, c, y, p, u, etc.] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Search & Replace [5-6 patterns: /, n, N, :%s/old/new/g, etc.] ## Visual Mode [4-5 commands: v, V, Ctrl+v, selection operations] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Pro Tips [3-4 power tips for daily use] Begin output now:
API quick guide
Create a pocket reference card for a REST API. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading INPUT REQUIRED: Tell me: What API? (e.g., "Stripe Payments API", "GitHub Issues API") FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Endpoint format: `METHOD /path` — Brief description - Include common parameters in bullet points - Use <!-- columnbreak --> between endpoint groups - Target 400-450 words total STRUCTURE: # [API Name] Quick Reference ## Authentication [1-2 sentences on auth method] ## Core Endpoints `GET /resource` — List all `GET /resource/:id` — Get one `POST /resource` — Create new <!-- columnbreak --> ## Common Parameters - `limit` — Results per page - `offset` — Pagination start [3-4 more parameters] ## Response Codes [5-6 common codes with meanings] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Quick Examples [2-3 curl examples] Begin output now:
Pocket guides for hobbies and activities:
Golf course guide
Download Golf example PDF · View Golf Markdown source
Create a pocket reference card for [COURSE NAME] golf course. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Bullet points with dashes (-), NO tables - Hole format: **N** Par X, Ym, SI Y — short tip (8-12 words max) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between Front 9, Back 9, and final sections - Target 520-560 words total STRUCTURE: # Course Name [2 sentences: par, length in metres, slope/CR, defining character] ## Front 9 [Each hole: **N** Par X, Ym, SI Y — brief tip about key challenge] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Back 9 [Same format as Front 9] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Signature Holes [3 bullets: hole number and one-sentence description] ## Course Strategy [5 short bullets with key advice] ## Local Rules - Preferred lies - Stake colors - Drop zones - Cart rules ## On Course - Halfway house - Toilets - Pro shop - Lightning procedure Begin output now:
Create an everyday carry checklist for leaving the house:
Daily exit checklist
Download Checklist example PDF · View Checklist Markdown source
Create a pocket exit-home checklist for busy professionals. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Checkbox format: - [ ] Item — optional note (keep notes under 6 words) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen for notes - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 350-400 words total STRUCTURE: # Exit Home Checklist [1 sentence: purpose of this checklist] ## Essentials - [ ] Phone — charged above 50% - [ ] Wallet — cards, cash, ID - [ ] Keys — house, car, office [2-3 more essential items] ## Work Items [5-6 work-related items with checkboxes] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Weather & Season [4-5 weather-dependent items] ## Personal Care [4-5 items: glasses, meds, etc.] ## Before You Lock [4-5 home security checks] <!-- columnbreak --> ## Weekly Additions [3-4 items you might need certain days] ## Monthly Check [3-4 less frequent items to verify] ## Emergency Kit [4-5 items to keep in bag/car] ## Notes [3-4 bullet points with personalisation tips] Begin output now:
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Create a pocket reference card for [TOPIC]. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - No links, citations, or URLs - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Format: `item` — brief description (6-10 words max) - Use em dash (—) not hyphen - Add <!-- columnbreak --> between major section groups - Target 450-500 words total Begin output now:
Replace [TOPIC]
Be specific about what you want. Examples:
Git commands for daily usePython pandas cheat sheetVim motions and commandsDocker CLI essentialsKubernetes kubectl commands
Paste into TriFold PDF
Copy the Markdown and paste it into the generator. Hit Generate.
Print and fold
Print landscape, fold on the marks. You've got a pocket reference.
For beginners
Create a beginner-friendly pocket reference for Python basics. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Focus on: variables, loops, functions, common operations - Add brief explanations for each item - Use <!-- columnbreak --> between major sections - Target 400-450 words total Begin output now:
For keyboard shortcuts
Create a keyboard shortcut reference for VS Code. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Shortcut format: Shortcut — Action (brief description) - Group by: Navigation, Editing, Search, Debug - Include Mac shortcuts (Cmd instead of Ctrl) - Use <!-- columnbreak --> between groups - Target 400-450 words total Begin output now:
For Docker commands
Create a pocket reference for Docker CLI commands. STRICT OUTPUT RULES: - Output ONLY raw Markdown, nothing else - No introductions, explanations, or follow-up text - Start immediately with # heading FORMAT: - Use ## for sections - Command format: `command` — brief description (6-10 words max) - Group by workflow: build, run, debug, cleanup - Use <!-- columnbreak --> between groups - Target 450-500 words total Begin output now:
<!-- columnbreak --> to control where content splits.
Highlight important text with color markers. All 4 markers are free for everyone:
:danger: (red) • :warn: (orange) • :tip: (green) • :info: (blue)
See the Syntax Reference for full documentation.
Color marker syntax
Use color markers at the start of lines to highlight text: :danger: Never run as root — commands can damage your system :warn: Check permissions before proceeding :tip: Use tab completion to save time :info: Default timeout is 30 seconds The marker is removed and the text appears in the specified color.
Example: Command reference with warnings
# Git Quick Reference ## Undoing Changes `git restore file` — Discard uncommitted changes :warn: This permanently discards local changes `git reset --hard HEAD~1` — Undo last commit :danger: This deletes commit history — use with caution `git stash` — Temporarily save changes :tip: Use `git stash pop` to restore later ## Best Practices :info: Always create a branch before risky operations
Icon library (free for all users)
Add visual icons to your PDFs using relative URLs:  Cautions, potential issues  Additional information  Best practices, pro tips  Critical warnings Also available: checklist, clock, code, folder, person, star Icons are free for all users (no limits).