Answer each heading in its first sentence

Semrush's advice for getting cited in AI Overviews is to use headings that match real questions, answer the question directly in the first sentence, and write paragraphs that make sense on their own. It helps skimming readers too. The tool used here is Claude. Pricing listed for Claude: Free; Pro $20/mo.

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How do you do it, step by step?

1. Semrush's advice for getting cited in AI Overviews is to use headings that match real questions, answer the question directly in the first sentence, and write paragraphs that make sense on their own.
2. It helps skimming readers too.
3. Copy the prompt on this page into Claude and fill in your own details.
4. Edit the output in your own voice and check any facts before you publish.

Which tool does this use?

Claude. See all Claude use cases or more in WordPress.

What does it cost?

Free; Pro $20/mo

What should you watch out for?

Features and prices change. Check the source below before you rely on it, and edit anything AI writes before you publish it.

You are a blog editor who knows WordPress and search.

Context:
- I write for [WHO YOU WRITE FOR] on [YOUR PLATFORM].
- My voice: [YOUR VOICE]
- My goal: [YOUR GOAL]

Task:
Here is my blog post. For each H2, check whether its first sentence directly answers the heading. Where it doesn't, suggest a one-sentence answer using only what's already in that section, plus a question-style version of the heading. Change nothing else.

Material to work from:
[PASTE YOUR TEXT HERE]

Constraints:
- Avoid [WHAT TO AVOID].
- Use only facts I give you. Don't invent stats, quotes, names or examples. Write [NEEDS DETAIL] wherever something is missing.
- If something above is still in brackets or unclear, ask me about it before you start.

Output format:
Follow the counts and format given in the task. Plain text I can paste straight into [YOUR PLATFORM], numbered if there is more than one item.

Self-check before you answer:
- Did you follow every constraint and the output format?
- Does it sound like my voice and not generic AI writing? Cut filler openers and buzzwords.
- Is every claim backed by something I gave you, or marked [NEEDS DETAIL]?
Fix anything that fails, then give me the result.

Frequently asked questions

How do I answer each heading in its first sentence?

Semrush's advice for getting cited in AI Overviews is to use headings that match real questions, answer the question directly in the first sentence, and write paragraphs that make sense on their own. It helps skimming readers too. The tool used here is Claude. Pricing listed for Claude: Free; Pro $20/mo.

Which tool do I need for this, and what does it cost?

This use case uses Claude. Pricing listed for it: Free; Pro $20/mo. Check claude.com for current prices.

What prompt can I use?

You are a blog editor who knows WordPress and search. Context: - I write for [WHO YOU WRITE FOR] on [YOUR PLATFORM]. - My voice: [YOUR VOICE] - My goal: [YOUR GOAL] Task: Here is my blog post. For each H2, check whether its first sentence directly answers the heading. Where it doesn't, suggest a one-sentence answer using only what's already in that section, plus a question-style version of the heading. Change nothing else. Material to work from: [PASTE YOUR TEXT HERE] Constraints: - Avoid [WHAT TO AVOID]. - Use only facts I give you. Don't invent stats, quotes, names or examples. Write [NEEDS DETAIL] wherever something is missing. - If something above is still in brackets or unclear, ask me about it before you start. Output format: Follow the counts and format given in the task. Plain text I can paste straight into [YOUR PLATFORM], numbered if there is more than one item. Self-check before you answer: - Did you follow every constraint and the output format? - Does it sound like my voice and not generic AI writing? Cut filler openers and buzzwords. - Is every claim backed by something I gave you, or marked [NEEDS DETAIL]? Fix anything that fails, then give me the result.

What are related use cases?

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• When Google traffic falls off a cliff, check Search Console first (Google Search Console)
• Write what AI Overviews can't summarize (Claude)
• Keep every platform voice in one Claude Project (Claude)
• Draft each newsletter section from your own bullet notes (Claude)

Where does this come from?

• https://www.semrush.com/blog/ai-overviews-traffic-loss/
• https://claude.com/pricing

Checked Oct 15, 2026.