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Blueprints

Define the structure and format of AI output.

Blueprints give you precise control over how AI structures its output. Instead of hoping the AI formats things correctly, you define exactly what you want.

[SCREENSHOT: Blueprint editor with example blueprint]

What Blueprints Do

A blueprint defines:

  • Document structure (headings, sections, lists)
  • Content placement
  • Formatting requirements
  • Repeating patterns

The AI Blueprint Language (AIBL)

Blueprints use a simple syntax to guide AI output.

Basic Placeholders

Simple markers for where content should appear:

{Title}
{Introduction}
{Description}

Instructional Placeholders

Give the AI specific guidance:

{Write a compelling introduction that grabs the reader's attention.}
{Describe the key features in 2-3 sentences.}

Multi-Option Placeholders

Let the AI choose from options:

The product comes in {sleek black | vibrant red | classic white} color options.

Looping Constructs

For repeating content:

[loop items]
## {ItemTitle}
{Describe this item in detail.}
[end items loop]

Conditional Guidance

Content that adapts to context:

{If the reader is a beginner, explain using simple terms. Otherwise, use technical language.}

Creating Blueprints

Manual Creation

  1. Open Blueprints from the toolbox
  2. Click New Blueprint
  3. Write your blueprint using AIBL syntax
  4. Set a descriptive title

AI-Assisted Creation

  1. Click Smart Create
  2. Describe what kind of output structure you need
  3. Koubou generates a blueprint for you
  4. Review and rename to a descriptive title

[VIDEO: Creating a blueprint with Smart Create]

Using Blueprints

Reference blueprints as variables in your prompts:

Write a product review.

Format the review like so: {{blueprint.ProductReview}}

The blueprint content replaces the variable, guiding the AI’s output format.

Example Blueprint

Here’s a simple blog post blueprint:

# {Compelling title that includes the main keyword}

{Hook paragraph that draws readers in and previews the value.}

## {First main point heading}
{2-3 paragraphs expanding on this point with examples.}

## {Second main point heading}
{2-3 paragraphs expanding on this point with examples.}

## {Third main point heading}
{2-3 paragraphs expanding on this point with examples.}

## Conclusion
{Summarize key takeaways and include a call to action.}

Learn more: Variables System