# Where to Find the Complete List of Humanizer's 35 Patterns

> Discover the complete list of Humanizer's 35 patterns in the README.md and SKILL.md files within the blader/humanizer repository. Get precise rewrite pattern details now.

- Repository: [Siqi Chen/humanizer](https://github.com/blader/humanizer)
- Tags: api-reference
- Published: 2026-09-07

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**Humanizer's complete list of rewrite patterns is documented in the repository's [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) file under the "## The 25 patterns" heading, with identical definitions maintained in [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) for runtime use.**

The **Humanizer** project by **blader/humanizer** provides a systematic approach to transforming AI-generated text into more natural, human-like prose. Understanding where to find the authoritative pattern definitions is essential for developers and content creators who want to predict, customize, or audit how text will be rewritten.

## Complete Pattern Documentation in README.md

The primary source for Humanizer's pattern catalog is [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) at the repository root. This file contains a comprehensive table starting at the "## The 25 patterns" section (despite the user's mention of "35 patterns," the official documentation lists **25 core rewrite rules**).

The documentation organizes patterns into five alphabetical categories:

- **Section A** – Foundational structural patterns
- **Section B** – Sentence rhythm and flow patterns
- **Section C** – Vocabulary and word choice patterns
- **Section D** – Punctuation and formatting patterns
- **Section E** – Advanced stylistic patterns

Each entry includes:
- Pattern number and name
- Detailed description of the rewrite rule
- Before/after examples demonstrating the transformation

You can view the complete table directly at: [github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md#the-25-patterns](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md#the-25-patterns)

## Runtime Pattern Definitions in SKILL.md

The same pattern definitions are **duplicated in [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md)**, which serves as the actual skill prompt loaded by AI agents at runtime. This design ensures that:

- Documentation and implementation remain synchronized
- Agents receive identical pattern instructions as users read
- Updates propagate consistently across both files

The [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) file is located at: [github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md)

## How to Access and Use the Pattern List

### Viewing Patterns via GitHub

Navigate directly to the pattern section:

```bash

# Clone the repository for offline reference

git clone https://github.com/blader/humanizer.git

# Open the pattern documentation locally

cat humanizer/README.md | grep -A 200 "## The 25 patterns"

```

### Invoking Humanizer to See Patterns Applied

When using Humanizer through a compatible agent interface, the patterns operate automatically:

```text
/humanize

Paste AI-generated text here. The system will apply relevant patterns
(e.g., Pattern 1 "Not X but Y", Pattern 8 "Dashes as the universal
connector", Pattern 12 "Overused AI words") without explicit configuration.

```

### Targeting Specific Patterns

Some implementations allow pattern-specific inspection:

```text
/humanize
Please humanize this text, but show only Pattern 12 (Overused AI words) changes.

```

This command helps audit how individual patterns transform your content.

## Key Files Reference

| File | Purpose | Location |
|------|---------|----------|
| [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) | Human-readable documentation with full 25-pattern table | [[`main/README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/main/README.md)](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) |
| [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) | Runtime skill prompt containing identical pattern definitions | [[`main/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/main/SKILL.md)](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) |
| [`AGENTS.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/AGENTS.md) | Platform metadata for OpenAI, Claude, and other agent integrations | [[`main/AGENTS.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/main/AGENTS.md)](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/AGENTS.md) |

## Summary

- The **complete list of Humanizer patterns** resides in [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) under "## The 25 patterns"

- **25 rewrite rules** are organized into five sections (A–E) with full descriptions and examples
- **[`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md)** mirrors these definitions for runtime agent use
- Both files are maintained in sync to prevent documentation drift
- Pattern application can be observed through standard `/humanize` commands or targeted to specific rules

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is the official list of all Humanizer patterns maintained?

The authoritative list is in [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) at the "## The 25 patterns" heading, with identical content in [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) for runtime consistency. Both files are tracked in the `blader/humanizer` GitHub repository.

### How many patterns does Humanizer actually have?

The official documentation describes **25 patterns**, not 35. These 25 rewrite rules are comprehensive and cover structural, vocabulary, punctuation, and stylistic transformations.

### Can I use Humanizer patterns without reading the documentation?

Yes. The [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) file loads automatically when using Humanizer through compatible agents. However, reviewing [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) helps predict which transformations will apply to your text and allows you to craft input that responds better to specific patterns.

### Do the patterns ever change or expand?

Pattern updates require changes to both [`README.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/README.md) and [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/blader/humanizer/blob/main/SKILL.md) to maintain synchronization. Check the repository commit history or watch for releases to track any additions or modifications to the 25-pattern set.