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Blog Templates/Outline Templates

This guide covers the different types of blog templates you’ll be using, from short SEO pieces to full FAQs.

Updated over 3 months ago

FOMO.ai offers six pre-defined blog templates designed to help you create effective content for different purposes. Each template has specific characteristics and word count guidelines to optimize your content for both readers and search engines.

Accessing Blog Templates

Blog templates are selected during the Pre-writing phase of content creation:

  1. Click "Content Team" on the sidebar

  2. Select "Add Keyword"

  3. Enter your keyword details

  4. Choose the appropriate outline template from the dropdown menu

1. Editorial Article (1st Person POV)

What is an Editorial Article? A personal narrative that uses first-person perspective ("I" or "we") to share experiences and create authentic connections with your audience.

Word count: 800-1000 words

Use this template when you want to:

  • Share real-life experiences relevant to your topic

  • Create emotional connections with your readers

  • Encourage engagement through relatable stories

  • Present a more personal side of your brand

2. Short SEO Article

What is a Short SEO Article? A concise, keyword-optimized article that provides focused information while supporting search visibility.

Word count: 600-800 words

Use this template when you want to:

  • Offer quick answers to common questions

  • Create timely content around trends

  • Improve search rankings for specific keywords

  • Share valuable information in a condensed format

3. SEO Article

What is an SEO Article? A medium-length, search-optimized article that provides comprehensive information while balancing readability and keyword optimization.

Word count: 1000-1500 words

Use this template when you want to:

  • Address topics requiring more detailed explanation

  • Educate readers with substantial information

  • Provide authoritative, well-structured content

  • Improve organic visibility for competitive keywords

  • Balance depth and accessibility

4. Listicle

What is a Listicle? A structured article organized as a numbered list of tips, facts, or steps, designed for easy consumption and shareability.

Word count: 800-1000 words

Use this template when you want to:

  • Break down topics into clear, digestible points

  • Create highly shareable content

  • Provide advice or insights in a scannable format

  • Organize information for quick reading

  • Make complex topics more accessible

5. Long SEO Article

What is a Long SEO Article? A comprehensive, in-depth guide that thoroughly covers a topic while optimizing for search visibility and establishing authority.

Word count: 2000+ words

Use this template when you want to:

  • Provide exhaustive coverage of a broad topic

  • Offer substantial resources for research-oriented readers

  • Build credibility through comprehensive analysis

  • Connect multiple related concepts in one resource

  • Create evergreen content with long-term SEO value

6. FAQ Page

What is an FAQ Page? A structured question-and-answer format that addresses common queries about your products, services, or topics in a clear, direct manner.

Word count: 50-150 words per question

Use this template when you want to:

  • Provide concise answers in an accessible format

  • Create support-oriented content

  • Offer authoritative information on specific issues

  • Target common search queries

  • Reduce customer support inquiries

Custom Templates

If the pre-defined templates don't meet your specific needs, you can create custom outline templates:

  1. Contact your FOMO.ai account manager

  2. Provide examples of your desired content structure

  3. Specify any brand-specific requirements

Good to Know: Custom templates work best when you have established content patterns that perform well with your specific audience.

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