# reddit-posts

Writes a title and body for a Reddit post that fit the subreddit's rules and invite replies.

- skill · `type=skill` · Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, OpenCode · 2300 installs · ★ 1062
- Author: kostja94
- License: MIT · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/kostja94/marketing-skills/tree/HEAD/skills/platforms/reddit/SKILL.md
- Updated: 2026-10-21
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/skills/reddit-posts

## What it does

The skill walks an agent through writing Reddit posts and comments. You get a publish-ready title and body, a suggested flair, and a reminder to check the subreddit rules first. Titles stay factual and specific; the body leads with help, a story, or an insight.

Its rules cover the 90/10 split (ninety percent value, ten percent promotion), a cap of one promotional post in six, and reading the sidebar before you post. The algorithm section notes that the upvote-to-downvote ratio counts for more than the raw score, early engagement weighs heavier, and promotional posts work better once you have karma in the 100 to 1000 range. A table lists content types: experience sharing, Q&A, case studies, tool recommendations.

Copy agents are the main audience; design agents can pull context for image posts. Paid promotion is out of scope — that is what the reddit-ads skill covers. Subreddit rules shift over time, so checking the sidebar before posting is worth the minute it takes.

## Install

### Claude Code (native platform)

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit-posts -a claude-code
```
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit -a claude-code
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `~/.claude/skills/reddit/SKILL.md` — Copy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/reddit/

### Codex

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit -a codex
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.agents/skills/reddit/SKILL.md` — For all projects use ~/.agents/skills/

### Cursor

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit -a cursor
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/skills/reddit/SKILL.md` — Cursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/

### GitHub Copilot

1. **GitHub CLI**
```bash
gh skill install kostja94/marketing-skills reddit
```

2. **Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/skills/reddit/SKILL.md`

### Gemini CLI

1. **Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit -a gemini-cli
```

2. **Platform CLI**
```bash
gemini skills install https://github.com/kostja94/marketing-skills --path skills/platforms/reddit
```

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/skills/reddit/SKILL.md` — The legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works

### OpenCode

**Skills CLI (Vercel)**
```bash
npx skills add kostja94/marketing-skills --skill reddit -a opencode
```

### Claude.ai

**Claude.ai**
- Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/kostja94/marketing-skills/tree/HEAD/skills/platforms/reddit/SKILL.md

## When to use it
- draft a post title that fits a specific subreddit's format
- write a body where value outweighs the pitch
- check whether a promo post breaks the one-in-six limit
- pick the right flair so the post survives moderation
- reply to comments in a way that lifts the thread

## Example prompts
- Write a post for r/SideProject about launching my service
- Draft a title and body for a subreddit about home servers
- Review my Reddit draft — does it read like an ad?

## Source text · SKILL.md · MIT

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---
name: reddit-posts
description: When the user wants to create Reddit post copy, comments, or optimize for Reddit. Also use when the user mentions "Reddit post," "subreddit," "r/," "Reddit marketing," "post to Reddit," "Reddit thread," "Reddit comment," "Reddit copy," "Reddit content," or "Reddit engagement." For Reddit ads, use reddit-ads.
metadata:
  version: 1.0.1
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# Platforms: Reddit

Guides Reddit post and comment creation. Use for generating publish-ready posts that follow subreddit norms. Suitable for copy agents. Design agents can use for image post context.

**When invoking**: On **first use**, if helpful, open with 1-2 sentences on what this skill covers and why it matters, then provide the main output. On **subsequent use** or when the user asks to skip, go directly to the main output.

## Output: Publish-Ready Copy

This skill enables agents to generate Reddit post copy (title + body) that respects platform rules and community culture. Output is subreddit-aware and engagement-optimized.

## Core Rules

| Rule | Practice |
|------|----------|
| **90/10 principle** | 90% value, 10% promotional |
| **Self-promotion** | Max 1 in 6 posts promotional |
| **Subreddit rules** | Always check sidebar before posting |
| **Flair** | Required by many subs; wrong flair = removal |
| **Title format** | Some subs require [tags]; check top posts |

## Post Structure

### Title

- **Concise, specific, accurate**--no clickbait
- Match subreddit format (e.g., [Discussion], [Question])
- Factual; save opinions for body/comments

### Body

- **Value-first**: Lead with help, insight, or story
- **Casual, friendly tone**--like talking to a friend
- **Engagement**: Open-ended questions, invite discussion
- **Formatting**: Markdown supported; use lists, headers for readability

## Content Types

| Type | Use |
|------|-----|
| **Experience sharing** | Highest engagement; authentic stories |
| **Q&A** | Build trust; answer questions |
| **Case study** | Product value; must be transparent |
| **Tool recommendation** | Context + honest pros/cons |

## Algorithm Factors

- **Upvote/downvote ratio** matters more than raw score
- **Early engagement** weighs more; post at peak hours
- **Karma**: 100-1000+ recommended before promotional posts
- **Author interaction**: Reply to comments; boosts ranking

## Formatting (Markdown)

- **Bold**: `**text**`
- **Italic**: `*text*`
- **Lists**: `-` or `1.`
- **Links**: `[text](url)`

## Output Format

When generating Reddit copy, provide:

1. **Title** (subreddit-appropriate)
2. **Body** (value-driven, formatted)
3. **Suggested flair** (if known)
4. **Subreddit reminder**: "Verify rules before posting"

## Related Skills
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