Why Copy Markdown Loops Work Better
Why a complete Markdown loop is easier for Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, and other coding agents to follow.
Jun 18, 2026Agent Loops Team
Copying a complete Markdown loop gives the agent a compact operating document. The agent can read the goal, context, commands, guardrails, and final answer format in one place.
The format is intentionally explicit. A good Markdown loop should include:
- What the loop is for.
- When to use it and when not to use it.
- The exact goal.
- The check command or review gate.
- The exit condition.
- Step-by-step actions.
- Guardrails and stop conditions.
- Source or attribution notes when relevant.
This helps the agent avoid guesswork. It also helps the human reviewer verify whether the agent followed the protocol.