TonePrint: Voice Analysis & Rewriting System

A TonePrint is a 4-axis writing style profile that captures HOW someone writes, not WHAT they write.

Two Modes

| Mode | Trigger | Output | |------|---------|--------| | Analyze | User provides a writing sample | Full TonePrint report (voice profile) | | Rewrite | User provides content + a TonePrint | Rewritten content matching the target voice |

MODE 1: ANALYZE

Minimum Input

• 200 words recommended, 500+ ideal
• Consistent samples matter (don't mix editorial voices)

5 Analysis Dimensions

1. Writing Techniques and Strategies — Sentence structure, engagement methods, vocabulary choices
2. Content Structure — Organization, flow, visual elements (headers, bold, bullets)
3. Tone and Voice Attributes — Formality spectrum, emotional tone, perspective (I/you/they)
4. Vocabulary and Language Use — Complexity, jargon density, metaphor frequency
5. Unique Fingerprints — 2-3 things that make the voice immediately recognizable

4-Axis Tone Grid (Score 1-10 each)

| Axis | Scale | Measures | |------|-------|---------| | Feel | Loose (1) → Tight (10) | Structure, formality, rule-following | | Attitude | Irreverent (1) → Professional (10) | Professionalism, seriousness | | Engagement | Passive (1) → Active (10) | Reader interaction, energy, direct address | | Complexity | Simple (1) → Sophisticated (10) | Vocabulary, sentence complexity, abstraction |

Output Includes

• 4-axis scores with rationale
• 5+ example sentences demonstrating specific techniques
• AI modeling recommendations (specific instructions to replicate the voice)
• Playful label (e.g., "Velvet Sledgehammer", "Data-Driven Storyteller")

MODE 2: REWRITE

Required Inputs

1. Content to rewrite
2. Target TonePrint (from analysis, built-in profile, or described voice)

Rewrite Process

1. Load target TonePrint (all 4 axis scores + qualitative attributes)
2. Read source content completely; identify core meaning and key facts
3. Apply ALL dimensions simultaneously: sentence patterns, vocabulary, engagement style, formatting, perspective
4. Preserve all original meaning, facts, and data points
5. Do NOT add or remove information

Built-in Profiles

| Profile | Label | Style | |---------|-------|-------| | newscaster | Crisp Communicator | Formal, authoritative, journalistic | | backlinko | SEO Strategist Sage | Professional, data-driven, engaging |

Usage: "Rewrite this in the newscaster voice"

ECC Voice Profile Schema

Use when creating a reusable VOICE PROFILE for content engines:

## VOICE PROFILE: [Name/Brand]

### Rhythm
- Average sentence length: [short/medium/varied]
- Paragraph ceiling: [X sentences max]
- Dominant types: [declarative/interrogative/imperative]

### Compression
- Information density: [high/medium]
- Filler tolerance: none / low / moderate
- Qualifier use: [never/rare/moderate]

### Preferred Moves
- [5-8 signature techniques]

### Banned Moves
- [5-8 phrases/patterns to avoid]

### CTA Rules
- [How CTAs are written]

### Channel Notes
- X/Twitter: [adaptations]
- LinkedIn: [adaptations]
- Newsletter: [adaptations]

Brand Guidelines Output (Extended Mode)

When building brand guidelines (not a one-off profile), add:

• Formality Spectrum Rating (1-10) with 3-5 quoted examples
• Vocabulary Preferences: Use freely / Avoid / Signature phrases
• Sentence Structure Patterns: Average length, dominant types, paragraph ceiling
• Do's and Don'ts (8-12 each): Specific, actionable, backed by examples from analyzed sample

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