Ideas template

Post draft template

Starting with a blank page is often the hardest part of writing. This blog post outline template gives you a working title, an opening, three main points and an ending, so you can fill in the shape first and polish the words later.

  • Free
  • Private
  • Works offline

Post draft

Working title:

Opening

Main points

Ending

The post draft template as it opens in Memlow.

What’s inside

  • 3 sections: Opening, Main points, Ending.
  • Space to fill in: Working title.
  • Numbered steps that renumber themselves when you add or move one.
  • Its look: a default note on plain paper, written in Crimson Pro. Change any of it in the Style panel.

Tips for using it

  1. Write the ending early; knowing where you're heading makes the opening easier.
  2. Try focus mode on the web when you want fewer distractions while drafting.
  3. Check the word count in note info, and use version history on the web to bring back an earlier draft.

How to start

  1. Select Use this templateMemlow opens in your browser with a new note made from it. There is nothing to install.
  2. Fill it inEvery word is saved as you type, on your own device, and it works offline.
  3. Make it yoursAdd or remove lines, change the colour, paper or font, or save your version as your own template. On Android, press and hold the + button to find the same template.

Questions

How do I outline a blog post?

Decide the one thing readers should take away, then plan an opening that leads to it, a few main points that support it and an ending that brings it home.

Can I export my draft?

Export it as Markdown or plain text, ready to paste into your blog or website editor.

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