Practical AI tips for technical writers - delivered weekly (free)

We like trying new things - and making them useful. That is why we launched our Substack. It is designed specifically for technical writers who want to work more efficiently and effectively.

There are no upsells or spam - you’ll receive only real AI tips and use cases that:

• speed up documentation workflows
• eliminate repetitive tasks
• improve writing clarity
• support translation and localisation
• help you avoid staring at a blank page

The best part? You receive one short, actionable email per week. Always practical. Always free.

What you will learn each week

AI tips that actually save you time

We go beyond the hype to deliver hands-on guidance for using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Our AI tips are designed for busy technical writers who want to improve output without compromising quality.

AI prompt tips for better results

Success with AI starts with the right prompt. Each issue explores:

• how to write effective prompts for drafts, outlines, and help content
• the difference between zero-shot, few-shot, and chain-of-thought prompting
• task-specific prompt templates for daily technical writing workflows
  
  

4 AI prompting techniques every technical writer should know

These prompt strategies help you generate more accurate, relevant, and usable content.

AI image generation tips for documentation

Visuals are an integral part of technical communication. We provide tips on:

• choosing the best tools for AI-powered image generation
• writing clear prompts for diagrams, workflows, and technical illustrations
• using image generation ethically and compliantly in regulated industries
  
  

AI Image generation gets a significant upgrade with GPT-4o

If you have ever spent hours designing a simple component diagram, this will save you time.

Best AI tools for technical writing

Not all AI tools are built for technical communication. We evaluate and recommend those that:

• support structured content creation
• translate and localise content accurately
• enforce style guide rules and terminology
• generate compliant safety and warning sections
  
  

AI in Industrial Settings: The New Era of Technical Documentation 

Each week, we review real use cases, strengths, limitations, and integration options to help you make informed decisions.

Why subscribe to the INSTRKTIV Substack?

Because technical writers do not need more tools. They need better workflows.

Our Substack delivers strategies to help you:

• write faster and with greater consistency
• structure information more clearly
• deliver cleaner, more usable documentation
• stay ahead of the curve in a fast-changing AI landscape
  
  

Whether you are new to AI or already using it regularly, this newsletter will help you build confidence and capability.

Subscribe now, for free. One tip. One tool. One prompt. Delivered every week.