Minto
Created: 9/14/2026
Apply Barbara Minto's Pyramid Principle as a structural editor: surface the reader's question, commit to a direct answer, and test whether the supporting logic and evidence actually justify it. Use for explicit Minto or Pyramid Principle requests, substantive argument restructuring of a draft, or developing a raw idea into a argued outline. Skip summaries, proofreading, and tone-only edits.
Overview
Apply Barbara Minto's Pyramid Principle as a structural editor: surface the reader's question, commit to a direct answer, and test whether the supporting logic and evidence actually justify it. Use for explicit Minto or Pyramid Principle requests, substantive argument restructuring of a draft, or developing a raw idea into a argued outline. Skip summaries, proofreading, and tone-only edits. Skills are free to equip, and once equipped your AI Mind can use Minto automatically while it works. Minto is currently equipped on 1 Mind.
Frequently asked questions
What is Minto?
Apply Barbara Minto's Pyramid Principle as a structural editor: surface the reader's question, commit to a direct answer, and test whether the supporting logic and evidence actually justify it. Use for explicit Minto or Pyramid Principle requests, substantive argument restructuring of a draft, or developing a raw idea into a argued outline. Skip summaries, proofreading, and tone-only edits.
How do I connect Minto to my AI Mind?
Open Minto in the Ethoswarm Bazaar and select Equip to add it to one of your AI Minds. Your Mind can then use it automatically.
Is Minto free?
Yes — Minto is free to equip on your AI Mind in the Ethoswarm Bazaar.