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Custom instructions shape how Cleft writes your notes. Your brain doesn’t do bullet points — now your notes don’t have to either.
Plus feature.
Cleft Style settings on iPhone showing Output Style text box, Copy Format set to Plaintext, and Cleft signature toggle
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Open Style settings

Tap Settings ⚙️ > Style
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Write your instructions

Type or paste your instructions in the Output Style text box. Changes save automatically.
Apple Watch: Notes recorded on watchOS use your iPhone’s custom instructions automatically.

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Examples

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Keep it simple

Write in a casual tone. Keep it brief.

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Post-meeting notes

Summarize what actually happened in the call.
Flag decisions, action items, and follow-ups.

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Detailed structure

Write in a professional tone.
Group by categories and priorities.
Flag critical points and decisions.
Keep track of follow-up items.

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Personal style

I think in constellations. Please:
- Group related ideas even when I jump topics
- Highlight concepts I repeat—they're important!
- Use casual language + emoji occasionally
- Preserve my questions—they spark insights
- Make it feel like MY thoughts, just organized

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Tips

  • Be specific: “Format as bullet points” works better than “make it readable”
  • Set the tone: casual, professional, or match your own voice
  • Tell Cleft what to highlight: action items, decisions, questions, etc.
Need more ideas? Check out Style Inspirations in the Cookbook for examples across different use cases.