Prompt Mining Canvas
Discover What Your Buyers Are Actually Asking
Mine real prompts from Reddit, Quora, ChatGPT, YouTube comments, and more — complete with source URLs and capture dates. This is your first step in building an AI-visible, buyer-led content engine.
Why Prompt Mining Is the First Step of GEO
Traditional keywords don’t capture how real people ask questions today.
Prompts are the new raw material for AI search optimization.
This canvas helps you collect, tag, and organize prompts — at scale.
It’s where your Prompt Bank, Cluster Mapping, and Intent Strategy all begin.
The future of AI visibility starts with a well-mined prompt.
Key Benefits
Real Prompts from Real Users
Mine exact user queries from forums, social feeds, and AI tools.
Built-in Deduplication Layer
Reduce noise by refining duplicate prompts automatically.
Searcher Signal Classification
Tag prompts as Problem-Seeking, Tool-Seeking, or Vendor-Seeking.
Feeds into Your GEO Pipeline
Clean prompts plug directly into clustering and content workflows.
How to Use This Template
Define Your Target Buyer Personas
Know who you’re listening for.
Select Prompt Mining Sources
Choose Reddit, Quora, ChatGPT logs, YouTube comments, LinkedIn, etc.
Collect & Log Raw Prompts
Copy the exact phrasing — don’t paraphrase.
Attach Metadata
Record the source URL, date captured, and searcher signal type.
Use consistent Prompt IDs for reference in your Prompt Bank, Cluster Map, or AI briefs.
What’s Inside the Canvas ?
Prompt Source
E.g., Reddit, ChatGPT, LinkedIn
Language Tone
Informal, formal, technical, etc.
Date Captured
Track recency and seasonal trends
Source URL
Link or screenshot path
Exact Prompt
User’s actual phrasing — unedited
Signal Type
Problem-Seeking, Tool-Seeking, Vendor-Seeking
Opportunity Insight
Optional: Strategic POV or intent note
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Who Should Use This?
SEO & Content Strategists
AI SEO Consultants
Growth Teams & Copywriters
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Agencies
SaaS Marketing Teams targeting AI visibility
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What exactly is prompt mining?
Prompt mining is the process of collecting and organizing real queries that users type into AI tools, forums, or search — like ChatGPT, Reddit, or Perplexity — to understand how your audience expresses intent.
Q2. Can I use ChatGPT and Perplexity as sources for prompts?
Yes! You can pull prompts from AI tools, Reddit threads, Quora answers, YouTube comments, LinkedIn posts — anything your buyers engage with.
Q3. Why should I include the URL and date?
The URL ensures traceability and context, while the date helps track how prompt language shifts over time — essential for trend-based AI strategies.
Q4. Do I need AI experience to use this?
Not at all. If you know how your audience speaks, this sheet gives you a structured way to capture and use that language.
Q5. How many prompts should I log before using them for clustering or strategy?
We recommend starting with a minimum of 30–50 prompts per persona before building clusters or mapping content.
Q6. Is this template free to use and share?
Yes, it’s 100% free. You can use it internally or with your agency teams — just don’t resell or republish it.
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