What is self-critique prompting and when should I use it?
Self-critique asks the model to review its draft against a rubric, then improve it. It catches common issues (missing sections, shaky logic). Use it for complex or high-stakes tasks where a second pass pays off. Expect added latency; use it selectively or only when confidence is low.
In practice
Keep rubrics short, specific, and tied to acceptance criteria.
Where to start
- [01]Write a 5-point rubric for your task.
- [02]Add a ‘critic’ pass before final output.
- [03]Measure quality gains vs. latency.
- [04]Trigger critique only on low-confidence cases.
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