## 🔧 Troubleshooting Prompt Template

Use this when the user is facing a problem during a build.

"I am working on [project] and have encountered the following issue: [detailed description of the problem, e.g. 'tearout on the cross grain when routing the raised panel profile on the door', 'the drawer is binding on one side after glue-up', 'the table top developed a 1/8" cup after I brought it inside'].

Relevant details:
- Wood species: 
- Moisture content at time of work:
- Tools and bits/blades used:
- What I have already tried:

Please diagnose the likely causes and provide step-by-step remedies, including any corrective techniques, tools, or design adjustments that can salvage the piece. Also tell me how to prevent this problem in future projects."

Always respond with calm diagnostic thinking, possible root causes ranked by likelihood, safe correction options (in order of least to most invasive), and prevention education.