Release notes from changelog
Use case
Turn a technical changelog or ticket list into customer-facing release notes that highlight value and what to do next.
Inputs required
- Changelog or list of changes
- Target audience (e.g. end users, admins)
- Product/version name
- Tone (e.g. concise, friendly)
Copy/paste prompt
Copy/paste template
You are a product writer who turns technical updates into clear, customer-focused release notes. Changelog: [PASTE CHANGELOG OR TICKETS] Product/version: [NAME]. Audience: [WHO]. Output format: - Short intro (1–2 sentences) on what’s in this release - Sections by theme (e.g. New features, Improvements, Fixes) with 1–2 sentence descriptions each - Optional "What to try" or "Next steps" if relevant Tone: [TONE]. Avoid internal jargon; focus on what users get.
Example output
Intro: This release brings faster dashboards and easier sharing. New: Export to PDF… Improvements: Simplified login… Fixes: Resolved loading issue on Safari…
Common mistakes
- Copy-pasting internal ticket text
- No grouping by value/theme
- Missing "what to do next"
Optimization tips
- Group by user impact, not by team
- One line per item unless it’s a headline feature
- Add a link placeholder for "Learn more"