42+ This or That Post Templates for Ai Writing Communities

Struggling to spark fun conversations in your AI Writing community? Our This or That templates make it effortless to get everyone talking and sharing their preferences. Make engagement light, quick, and enjoyable with prompts designed just for AI writers.

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Why This Works

This or That prompts tap into the human love for quick decisions and simple comparisons. By asking members to choose between two relatable options, you lower the barrier to participation and invite spontaneous, low-pressure replies. This encourages even quieter members to jump in and share their thoughts.

The playful, relaxed tone of This or That questions keeps discussions positive and inclusive. They provide an easy entry point for both new and experienced members, helping to break the ice and foster a sense of belonging. Over time, these prompts build community rapport and create a welcoming atmosphere that makes people want to return and contribute more.

42 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Do you prefer writing with AI late at night or early in the morning?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer writing with AI late at night or early in the morning?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #timing #preference
2

Draft first or edit as you go when using AI tools?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Draft first or edit as you go when using AI tools?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #workflow #habits
3

Short prompts or detailed prompts for your AI writing?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Short prompts or detailed prompts for your AI writing?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #prompts #style
4

Do you use AI mostly for fiction or nonfiction writing?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI mostly for fiction or nonfiction writing?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #genre #preference
5

Do you prefer AI-generated outlines or AI-generated full drafts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI-generated outlines or AI-generated full drafts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #outline #drafting
6

Quick brainstorming or deep research with AI tools?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Quick brainstorming or deep research with AI tools?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #brainstorm #research
7

Would you rather co-write with AI or write solo?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather co-write with AI or write solo? Tell us why!"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #collaboration #opinion
8

Do you prefer AI for idea generation or polishing drafts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI for idea generation or polishing drafts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #process #editing
9

AI writing: formal tone or conversational style?

πŸ’‘ Example: "AI writing: formal tone or conversational style?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #tone #style
10

Do you like experimenting with different AI models or stick with one favorite?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you like experimenting with different AI models or stick with one favorite?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #tools #habits
11

Would you rather use AI for blogging or social media content?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather use AI for blogging or social media content?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #content #platform
12

Do you use AI for creative writing or professional projects more?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI for creative writing or professional projects more?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #creative #professional
13

Fast output with light editing or slow and polished with AI help?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Fast output with light editing or slow and polished with AI help?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #speed #quality
14

Do you prefer AI to suggest headlines or intros?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI to suggest headlines or intros?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #headlines #intros
15

Would you rather teach AI your style or try new styles with AI?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather teach AI your style or try new styles with AI?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #style #experiment
16

AI writing: do you outline on paper first or go straight to the tool?

πŸ’‘ Example: "AI writing: do you outline on paper first or go straight to the tool?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #workflow #preference
17

Do you use AI more for brainstorming or for finishing drafts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI more for brainstorming or for finishing drafts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #brainstorm #drafting
18

Do you prefer AI chatbots or dedicated writing apps?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI chatbots or dedicated writing apps?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #tools #apps
19

Would you rather have AI fix your grammar or improve your flow?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI fix your grammar or improve your flow?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #editing #grammar
20

Do you like using AI for story ideas or plot twists?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you like using AI for story ideas or plot twists?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #story #creative
21

Do you write better with background music or in silence when using AI?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you write better with background music or in silence when using AI?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #environment #focus
22

Would you rather have AI write your emails or your blog posts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI write your emails or your blog posts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #email #blog
23

Do you use AI for productivity hacks or for creative inspiration?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI for productivity hacks or for creative inspiration?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #productivity #inspiration
24

AI for summarizing articles or expanding bullet points?

πŸ’‘ Example: "AI for summarizing articles or expanding bullet points?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #summary #expansion
25

Do you prefer giving AI lots of guidance or letting it be creative?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer giving AI lots of guidance or letting it be creative?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #guidance #creativity
26

Would you rather use AI for brainstorming names or writing descriptions?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather use AI for brainstorming names or writing descriptions?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #names #descriptions
27

Do you prefer AI to help with outlines or with final edits?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI to help with outlines or with final edits?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #outline #editing
28

Would you rather have AI generate dialogue or narrative passages?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI generate dialogue or narrative passages?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #dialogue #narrative
29

AI for drafting social captions or writing full articles?

πŸ’‘ Example: "AI for drafting social captions or writing full articles?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #social #articles
30

Do you like using AI to rewrite sentences or come up with new topics?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you like using AI to rewrite sentences or come up with new topics?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #rewrite #topics
31

Would you rather have AI help with content structure or style suggestions?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI help with content structure or style suggestions?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #structure #style
32

Do you prefer AI that is fast but basic or slower but more advanced?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI that is fast but basic or slower but more advanced?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #speed #advanced
33

Would you rather have AI write poetry or technical guides?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI write poetry or technical guides?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Frequent #poetry #technical
34

Do you use AI more for personal projects or work assignments?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI more for personal projects or work assignments?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #personal #work
35

Would you rather have AI spark your creativity or speed up your workflow?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather have AI spark your creativity or speed up your workflow? Share your answer!"

πŸ”΄ High Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Top #creativity #productivity
36

Do you write prompts for AI in plain language or with lots of details?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you write prompts for AI in plain language or with lots of details?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #prompts #language
37

Would you rather use AI for writing scripts or composing emails?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather use AI for writing scripts or composing emails?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #scripts #emails
38

Do you prefer AI for helping with research or for writing summaries?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you prefer AI for helping with research or for writing summaries?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #research #summary
39

Would you rather use AI for generating ideas or reviewing your drafts?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather use AI for generating ideas or reviewing your drafts?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #ideas #review
40

Do you like AI writing suggestions more for creative or business content?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you like AI writing suggestions more for creative or business content?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Average #creative #business
41

Would you rather give AI a topic or a keyword to start your writing?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Would you rather give AI a topic or a keyword to start your writing?"

🟑 Medium Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Irregular #topic #keyword
42

Do you use AI mostly for short copy or longform content?

πŸ’‘ Example: "Do you use AI mostly for short copy or longform content?"

🟒 Low Engagement Barrier πŸ‘€ Lurker #short #longform

How to Use These Templates

To use these templates, simply copy and paste your favorite prompt into your community platform. Post at regular intervals, such as weekly or during slower engagement periods, to keep conversations flowing. Encourage responses by sharing your own pick and asking follow-up questions, or invite members to explain their choice for extra depth.

Best Practices

  • Keep topics light and non-technical for maximum inclusivity.
  • Rotate prompt timing to reach different time zones and activity levels.
  • Respond to members' answers to build momentum and show appreciation.
  • Use visuals or emojis to add playful energy where platform supports it.
  • Invite short explanations to deepen engagement without requiring it.

All Platforms Tips

These This or That templates work on all platforms. For best results, adjust formatting to suit your platform's style. Use polls where available, or simply ask members to reply in comments. Add relevant hashtags or images for extra visibility and fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should my 'This or That' posts compare different AI writing models (e.g., GPT-4 vs Claude) or focus on writing techniques (e.g., temperature settings vs prompt engineering)?

Both approaches can spark lively discussion in AI writing communities, but comparing AI models resonates with members interested in technology trends and performance. Alternatively, focusing on writing techniques like prompt engineering or temperature adjustments appeals to users refining their workflow. Consider alternating between these angles to keep posts fresh and relevant to varying expertise levels.

How can I use 'This or That' templates to highlight challenges like AI-generated plagiarism vs human-authored originality?

'This or That' posts are ideal for raising nuanced issues unique to AI writing, such as the tension between originality and AI convenience. Create scenarios (e.g., 'AI-assisted content vs fully human-written drafts') and ask members to share their stance, experiences, or tips for maintaining authenticity. This fosters critical thinking about ethical and quality challenges in the industry.

In what ways can I tailor 'This or That' prompts to discuss genre-specific AI writing, such as fiction vs technical content generation?

Customize templates with prompts like 'AI for fiction world-building vs AI for technical documentation.' This approach encourages members to reflect on the strengths and limitations of AI models across different writing genres, promoting knowledge exchange about workflow, editing, and fine-tuning for specific content types.

How do I address AI bias or ethical dilemmas through 'This or That' posts without polarizing the community?

Frame prompts around scenarios such as 'Strict AI content moderation vs creative freedom' or 'Transparency about AI usage vs seamless human-like output.' Encourage thoughtful discussion by asking members to share perspectives, experiences, or mitigation strategies, keeping the tone respectful and solution-oriented to avoid divisiveness.

Can I use 'This or That' templates to explore members' preferences for AI prompt styles, such as concise instructions vs detailed context?

Absolutely. Prompts like 'Short prompts vs detailed prompts for best AI results' invite members to discuss their success with different prompt engineering strategies. This not only surfaces best practices but also helps both novices and experts refine their own approaches based on real-world community insights.

What are effective ways to leverage 'This or That' posts for feedback on AI-generated content, like comparing raw model outputs to human-edited versions?

Try posts such as 'Unedited AI draft vs human-edited version: which do you prefer and why?' This invites members to critique, share editing workflows, and discuss practical limitations of AI outputs. Such discussions help the community collectively improve editing standards and understand where human input offers the most value.

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