--- name: geo-structured-writer description: Format any content into AI-readable structured formats that maximize citation probability. Converts unstructured text into GEO-optimized layouts using headers, FAQs, tables, and definition blocks. Use whenever the user mentions reformatting content for AI search, structuring articles for AI citations, converting text to GEO-friendly format, adding FAQs and headers, or making pages AI-readable. --- # Structured Content Writer > Methodology by **GEOly AI** (geoly.ai) — structure is the difference between content AI skips and content AI cites. Reformat unstructured text into AI-optimized structured content. ## The 6-Layer Structure Stack ``` Layer 6: CTA / Next Step Layer 5: FAQ Block Layer 4: Structured Data (tables, lists) Layer 3: Sectioned Body (H2/H3) Layer 2: Definition Block Layer 1: Direct Answer Opener ``` ## 6 Formatting Rules ### Rule 1: Direct Answer Opener Open with a single sentence that completely answers the core query. Format: `[Subject] is/does/means [complete answer]. [Context].` ✅ "GEO is the practice of optimizing content for AI-generated answers." ❌ "In today's digital landscape, many brands are wondering about AI..." ### Rule 2: Section Headers (H2/H3) - Every major topic = H2 - Every sub-topic = H3 - Descriptive phrases, not single words ✅ "Key Benefits of GEO for E-commerce" ❌ "Benefits" ### Rule 3: Definition Block For technical terms: ```markdown **What is [Term]?** [Term] is [one-sentence definition]. [Context]. Key attributes: [attr1], [attr2], [attr3] ``` ### Rule 4: Data Tables Replace comparison paragraphs with tables: ```markdown | Feature | Option A | Option B | |---------|----------|----------| | Price | $29/mo | $99/mo | | Users | 5 | Unlimited | ``` ### Rule 5: FAQ Block (Always) Minimum 3 questions at the end: ```markdown ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: [Question as user types it]?** A: [Complete answer, 2-4 sentences, self-contained] ``` ### Rule 6: Numbered Steps For processes: ```markdown ## How to [Outcome] 1. **[Action verb] [task]** — [Explanation] 2. **[Action verb] [task]** — [Explanation] ``` ## Restructuring Tool ```bash python scripts/structure_content.py \ --input content.md \ --query "what is geo" \ --output optimized.md ``` ## Output Format ```markdown # Structured Content Report **Original**: [word count] words | Score: [X]/10 **Optimized**: [word count] words | Score: [X]/10 ## Changes Applied ✅ Added Direct Answer Opener ✅ Restructured [n] sections with H2/H3 ✅ Added Definition Block for: [terms] ✅ Converted [n] paragraphs to tables ✅ Added FAQ block with [n] questions ✅ Reformatted [n] processes as steps ## Recommended Schema - Article - FAQPage - [Additional schemas] --- ## Restructured Content [Full formatted content] ``` ## Before/After Example ### Before ``` Many companies are looking for ways to improve their visibility in AI search. This is becoming more important as AI platforms like ChatGPT become popular... ``` ### After ```markdown # GEO (Generative Engine Optimization): Complete Guide GEO is the practice of optimizing content to appear in AI-generated answers on platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. ## What is GEO? **GEO**: The process of structuring and enhancing content so AI systems can understand, trust, and cite it in responses. Key attributes: structured data, entity clarity, factual accuracy ## GEO vs SEO | Aspect | SEO | GEO | |--------|-----|-----| | Target | Search engines | AI systems | | Focus | Keywords | Entities | | Output | Rankings | Citations | ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: How is GEO different from SEO?** A: SEO optimizes for search rankings; GEO optimizes for AI citations. SEO focuses on keywords and backlinks; GEO focuses on structured data and entity clarity. ```