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title: "Writing Multi-Post Threads with AI"
description: "Go from a rough topic to a complete, structured multi-post thread using AI Assistant's thread mode."
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# Writing Multi-Post Threads with AI
> Go from a rough topic to a complete, structured multi-post thread using AI Assistant's thread mode.
Thread mode generates a full multi-post thread from a single topic prompt. Use it to write educational breakdowns, story-driven content, or detailed takes without writing every post by hand.
## Enabling Thread Mode
Open a thread-capable post editor (Twitter/X, Bluesky, Threads, Mastodon), then click **AI Assistant** in the thread action bar.
## Choosing a Thread Length
Before generating, pick a length that matches your goal:
- **Auto (Default)** — AI decides the best length for your topic. Good starting point for most prompts.
- **2 posts — Post + Link** — a short hook post followed by a link. Ideal for driving traffic to an article or landing page.
- **3–5 posts — Quick** — a compact thread. Good for tips lists, quick takes, or announcements with a little context.
- **5–8 posts — Standard** — the sweet spot for educational threads, step-by-step breakdowns, or stories with a clear arc.
- **8–12 posts — Deep Dive** — long-form content for detailed explainers, case studies, or in-depth frameworks.
## Writing from a Topic
Enter your topic in the prompt field and click **Write Thread**. AI generates all posts at once.
**Example prompts:**
> *"5 reasons most people fail at building a morning routine — and what to do instead"*
> *"Explain the concept of compound interest as if you're talking to a 25-year-old who just started investing"*
> *"Thread announcing our new product launch — highlight the problem it solves, the key features, and end with a CTA"*
The more specific the prompt, the better the output. Include your audience, the key points you want to hit, and any tone guidance.
## Writing from a Link
Switch to **Link** mode and paste any public article or blog post URL. This is where link mode really shines — instead of generating a single post, AI reads the full article and turns it into a structured multi-post thread that covers the content in depth.
A few ways to use this:
- **Repurpose a blog post** — turn a long-form article into a thread that walks through the key points one by one.
- **Summarize a report or study** — break findings into digestible posts with a takeaway per thread entry.
- **Promote content with context** — go beyond a link drop by giving your audience the highlights in the thread itself.
Add optional details in the text field below the URL if you want to steer the angle — for example, which section to focus on, who the audience is, or what tone to use.
## Using Outline Mode for More Control (recommended)
If you want to shape the structure before writing, click **Outline Thread** instead of **Write Thread**.
#### Generate an outline
AI creates a numbered list of post topics based on your prompt. Each item represents one post in the thread.
#### Edit the outline
Click into any item to rename it. Add, remove, or reorder posts using the controls on each row.
#### Write from the outline
When the structure looks right, click **Write Thread**. AI generates each post based on the outline you finalized.
This is the best approach when you have a clear idea of what each post should cover but want AI to do the actual writing.
## Reviewing the Thread
Once generated, each post appears in a numbered preview. Check the character count shown under each post — for platforms with strict limits like Twitter/X, this tells you immediately if any post needs trimming.
From the preview you can:
- **Insert** — adds all posts to the thread editor at once
- **Regenerate** — generates a completely new version of the thread from the same prompt
AI can make mistakes. Review each post individually before publishing, especially for facts, figures, or claims.
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