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By Tiago CostaUpdated on July 01, 2026

Enter the topic and the AI builds the full article outline: a suggested H1, H2 sections with H3 subtopics, an introduction and a conclusion. Ready to write and rank. No sign up.

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How to build the perfect article outline

An outline is the skeleton of an article: the ordered list of headings and subheadings that defines what will be said and in what order. Writing without an outline is like building without a blueprint. The outline is what separates content that answers the search from content that misses it.

Why a good outline improves SEO

Google reads the heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3) to understand what the page is about and which questions it answers. A well organized outline covers the topic in depth, captures keyword variations in the H2s and makes featured snippets easier to win. Structured content is also easier for AIs like ChatGPT and Perplexity to cite.

SectionRoleSEO tip
H1The single page titlePut the main keyword near the start
IntroductionContext and promiseAnswer the search intent in the first lines
H2Topic blocksUse variations and real reader questions
H3Details under each H2Go deeper on subtopics and related terms
FAQFrequent questionsTarget long tail searches and featured snippets
ConclusionSummary and next stepReinforce the main point and lead to an action

The anatomy of a good outline

  • Introduction: 2 to 4 lines that confirm the topic and promise what the reader will solve.
  • H2 sections: 5 to 8 blocks that split the topic into logical parts, from basic to advanced.
  • H3 subtopics: detail each H2 and cover related terms the reader also looks for.
  • FAQ: 3 to 6 real questions that capture long tail searches and compete for featured snippets.
  • Conclusion: closes the reasoning and points to the next step.

Search intent comes before structure

Before listing the H2s, ask what the person wants when searching that term: to learn, compare, buy or solve a problem. The outline should follow that intent. An informational article calls for steps and examples; a comparison article calls for tables and criteria. The structure always serves the intent, never the other way around.

Each H2 is usually an internal link opportunity. While building the outline, mark the spots where it makes sense to point to other articles on your blog. That spreads authority, keeps readers on the site and helps Google understand how pages relate. A good outline is born thinking about the content network, not just the isolated article.

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Is the outline generator free?

Yes, it is free and needs no sign up. Enter the topic and get the full outline instantly.

What is an article outline?

It is the structure of the text before writing: the H1, the H2 sections, the H3 subtopics, the introduction and the conclusion. It works as the content blueprint.

How many H2 sections should an article have?

It depends on the topic, but 5 to 8 sections usually cover a subject well without tiring the reader. What matters is that each H2 answers a clear part of the search.

Does the outline really help ranking?

Yes. A clear heading hierarchy helps Google understand the page, covers the topic in depth and improves the chances of appearing in featured snippets.

Can I edit the generated outline?

Yes. The outline is a starting point. Adjust the titles, add sections and adapt it to your blog tone before writing.

Is the AI-generated content stored?

No. Generation happens on demand and the text is not stored.

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