# The ultimate guide to using Reflect for writing ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4XhfsJz935M/hqdefault.jpg) ## Introduction to using Reflect for writing [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=0s) - Reflect is a tool designed to improve thinking and writing by facilitating thought organization. [(00:00:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=5s) - This guide will cover setting up a content tracking system to manage article ideas, drafts, and published pieces. [(00:00:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=22s) - The guide will also demonstrate the writing process in Reflect, including using audio notes and AI editing tools to streamline writing and reduce administrative burden. [(00:00:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=40s) ## Turning your notes into a content CMS [(00:00:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=57s) - There are two methods for content management: using tags and backlinks or a dedicated CMS page. [(00:01:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=61s) - The tag and backlink method involves creating tags for different stages of the writing process (e.g., "article idea," "article draft," "published article") and linking them to relevant notes. [(00:01:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=95s) - The dedicated CMS page method involves creating a single page with nested bullet lists for each stage of the writing process and moving notes between them as needed. [(00:07:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=466s) ## The ultimate writing process and workflow [(00:10:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=626s) - Thoughts should be captured quickly and easily as possible, ideally through audio notes that can be transcribed later. [(00:11:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=687s) - Transcribed thoughts should then be organized into a list of key points that will serve as an outline for the writing. [(00:12:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=756s) - AI can be used to edit and improve writing, but it is not recommended to rely on AI to do the writing itself. [(00:16:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1011s) ## Tips for writing in your notes [(00:17:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1026s) - Use shortcut command shift F to activate focus mode and remove sidebars for fewer distractions. [(00:17:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1031s) - Record audio notes in the environment where you feel you think most clearly. [(00:17:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1054s) - Capture all of your thoughts and inspiration on a topic as soon as you have them. [(00:18:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1101s) - Use a combination of tags and backlinks to organize your writing and easily find specific notes. [(00:18:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XhfsJz935M&t=1119s)