Beginner Writing

Write Better Reddit Titles (and Opening Lines)

Good titles get clicks; good first lines get replies. Here’s a simple structure you can reuse in any subreddit.

TL;DR: Be specific → add context → include constraints → ask one clear question.

Title Formula

  • [Goal] + [Context] + (Constraint)
  • Example: “Best way to learn X as a beginner (30 min/day)?”
  • Example: “Post removed — which rule did I break?”

Opening Lines Formula

  1. Who you are / situation (1 line)
  2. What you want (1 line)
  3. What you tried + constraint (1–2 lines)
Don’t guess formats: some subreddits require specific title patterns or flair. Always cross-check: Posting Rules & Flair Checklist.

Quick Examples (Better vs Worse)

  • Better: “Which of these 3 subreddits fits X content best?”
  • Worse: “Where do I post?”
  • Better: “New account: how to earn karma without spamming?”
  • Worse: “Need karma”

For the full post structure: Your First Post (Template).

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