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cw-transition

Generate 3 context-aware transition options between sections. Invoke with /cw-transition or /cw-transition [from section X to section Y].

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Transition

Purpose

Generate 3 transition options between sections, tailored to the piece type and content.

Invocation

  • /cw-transition [context] — Generate transitions for the specified sections
  • /cw-transition — System asks "Which sections are you bridging?" then generates options

Transition Patterns

PatternWhat It DoesUse When
Logical bridgeConnects ideas through reasoningArgumentative, logic-driven pieces
Story flowContinues narrative momentumNarrative or reflective pieces
Sudden shiftDeliberately jolts the readerTonal pivots, surprising turns

Anti-Patterns (Always Avoid)

Never use these transitions:

  • "Furthermore"
  • "Additionally"
  • "Moreover"
  • "Another point"
  • "In addition"
  • "It is also worth noting"
  • "On another note"
  • Any formal academic connector

How to Generate

  1. Analyze the piece type — Is it argumentative? Narrative? Reflective? Mixed?

  2. Understand the sections — What's the ending idea of section A? What's the opening idea of section B?

  3. Select 3 approaches weighted toward patterns that fit the piece type.

  4. Generate one transition per approach — Each should be 1-2 sentences that bridge naturally.

  5. Present all three with the pattern labeled.

Output Format

## Transition Options

### Option 1: Logical Bridge
[1-2 sentence transition]

### Option 2: Story Flow
[1-2 sentence transition]

### Option 3: Sudden Shift
[1-2 sentence transition]

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Which feels right for this moment? Or want me to try something else?

Principles

  • Invisible is ideal — The best transitions don't call attention to themselves
  • Each section should answer the previous question — Create natural flow through implicit Q&A
  • Vary your moves — Don't use the same transition pattern throughout
  • Earn the shift — If you're making a sudden jump, the content should justify it

Context-Aware Weighting

Adjust which patterns to emphasize based on piece type:

Piece TypePrimary PatternSecondaryUse Sparingly
Argument/AnalysisLogical bridgeStory flowSudden shift
Personal essayStory flowSudden shiftLogical bridge
How-to/GuideLogical bridge—Sudden shift
Opinion/TakeLogical bridgeSudden shiftStory flow
Profile/NarrativeStory flowSudden shiftLogical bridge

Lessons

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Repository

EveryInc/compound-writing

Path

skills/cw-transition/SKILL.md

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