CONTEXT Score™
Rate any AI prompt in seconds. Get a 0–10 score with per-element breakdown and actionable improvement tips.
Developed by Tim Plummer · Based on the CONTEXT Framework™
What is the CONTEXT Score?
The CONTEXT Score is a 0–10 rating that measures the quality of any AI prompt against the six elements of the CONTEXT Framework™. Each element is scored independently and combined using research-backed weights to produce a single, actionable score.
Tell the AI who you are and what situation you are in. E.g., 'I am a marketing manager at a B2B SaaS startup launching a new product.'
State exactly what the AI should produce. E.g., 'Write a 300-word product announcement email' not 'help me with an email.'
Add constraints and things to avoid. E.g., 'Avoid jargon. Do not mention competitor X. The audience has no technical background.'
Specify how the output should sound. E.g., 'Tone should be professional but approachable' or 'Write in the style of a McKinsey memo.'
Show the AI what good output looks like. E.g., 'Here is an example of the style I want: [paste sample]' or 'Similar to how The Economist writes headlines.'
Define format, length, and structure. E.g., 'Format as bullet points. 200 words max. Include a summary header and 3 sections.'
How to Improve Your Score
1. Start with Circumstance (weight 2.0)
Begin every prompt by telling the AI who you are and what situation you are in. This single step eliminates the most common cause of generic output — the AI does not know your context.
2. Define a specific Objective (weight 2.0)
"Write a 200-word email" scores much higher than "help me with an email." Use action verbs and name the exact deliverable.
3. Provide Examples (weight 2.0)
Pasting a sample of good output or referencing a known style ("like The Economist") dramatically improves quality. This is the most underused element.
4. Add Nuance and eXpectations (weight 1.5 each)
Constraints ("avoid jargon," "do not mention competitors") and format specs ("bullet points," "3 paragraphs," "under 200 words") ensure the output matches your needs.
5. Specify Tone (weight 1.0)
Even a short phrase like "professional but approachable" or "conversational and warm" prevents the AI from defaulting to a generic corporate voice.
What is a Good CONTEXT Score?
All six elements are strong. This prompt will produce outstanding output on the first try.
Most elements are covered well. Minor tweaks could push it higher, but results will be very good.
A solid prompt for most tasks. One or two elements need strengthening for professional-grade output.
Several elements are missing or weak. The AI will fill gaps with generic assumptions.
The prompt is too vague. Expect generic, unsatisfying output that requires significant revision.
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The CONTEXT Framework™ was developed by Tim Plummer.