diff --git a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/SKILL.md b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/SKILL.md
index f0d9e7e..74957c2 100644
--- a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/SKILL.md
+++ b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/SKILL.md
@@ -82,13 +82,13 @@ Full procedures: [references/workflow.md](references/workflow.md#step-2-setup--a
 
 ### Step 3: Confirm Settings ⚠️
 
-**ONE AskUserQuestion, max 4 Qs. Q1-Q3 REQUIRED.**
+**ONE AskUserQuestion, max 4 Qs. Q1-Q2 REQUIRED. Q3 required unless preset chosen.**
 
 | Q | Options |
 |---|---------|
-| **Q1: Type** | [Recommended], infographic, scene, flowchart, comparison, framework, timeline, mixed |
+| **Q1: Preset or Type** | [Recommended preset], [alt preset], or manual: infographic, scene, flowchart, comparison, framework, timeline, mixed |
 | **Q2: Density** | minimal (1-2), balanced (3-5), per-section (Recommended), rich (6+) |
-| **Q3: Style** | [Recommended], minimal-flat, sci-fi, hand-drawn, editorial, scene, poster, Other |
+| **Q3: Style** | [Recommended], minimal-flat, sci-fi, hand-drawn, editorial, scene, poster, Other — **skip if preset chosen** |
 | Q4: Language | When article language ≠ EXTEND.md setting |
 
 Full procedures: [references/workflow.md](references/workflow.md#step-3-confirm-settings-)
diff --git a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/style-presets.md b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/style-presets.md
index f7b3b0e..a4d2d84 100644
--- a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/style-presets.md
+++ b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/style-presets.md
@@ -2,26 +2,67 @@
 
 `--preset X` expands to a type + style combination. Users can override either dimension.
 
-| --preset | Type | Style |
-|----------|------|-------|
-| `tech-explainer` | `infographic` | `blueprint` |
-| `knowledge-base` | `infographic` | `vector-illustration` |
-| `saas-guide` | `infographic` | `notion` |
-| `data-report` | `infographic` | `editorial` |
-| `science-paper` | `infographic` | `scientific` |
-| `tutorial` | `flowchart` | `vector-illustration` |
-| `process-flow` | `flowchart` | `notion` |
-| `system-design` | `framework` | `blueprint` |
-| `architecture` | `framework` | `vector-illustration` |
-| `versus` | `comparison` | `vector-illustration` |
-| `business-compare` | `comparison` | `elegant` |
-| `storytelling` | `scene` | `warm` |
-| `lifestyle` | `scene` | `watercolor` |
-| `history` | `timeline` | `elegant` |
-| `evolution` | `timeline` | `warm` |
-| `opinion-piece` | `scene` | `screen-print` |
-| `editorial-poster` | `comparison` | `screen-print` |
-| `cinematic` | `scene` | `screen-print` |
+## By Category
+
+### Technical & Engineering
+
+| --preset | Type | Style | Best For |
+|----------|------|-------|----------|
+| `tech-explainer` | `infographic` | `blueprint` | API docs, system metrics, technical deep-dives |
+| `system-design` | `framework` | `blueprint` | Architecture diagrams, system design |
+| `architecture` | `framework` | `vector-illustration` | Component relationships, module structure |
+| `science-paper` | `infographic` | `scientific` | Research findings, lab results, academic |
+
+### Knowledge & Education
+
+| --preset | Type | Style | Best For |
+|----------|------|-------|----------|
+| `knowledge-base` | `infographic` | `vector-illustration` | Concept explainers, tutorials, how-to |
+| `saas-guide` | `infographic` | `notion` | Product guides, SaaS docs, tool walkthroughs |
+| `tutorial` | `flowchart` | `vector-illustration` | Step-by-step tutorials, setup guides |
+| `process-flow` | `flowchart` | `notion` | Workflow documentation, onboarding flows |
+
+### Data & Analysis
+
+| --preset | Type | Style | Best For |
+|----------|------|-------|----------|
+| `data-report` | `infographic` | `editorial` | Data journalism, metrics reports, dashboards |
+| `versus` | `comparison` | `vector-illustration` | Tech comparisons, framework shootouts |
+| `business-compare` | `comparison` | `elegant` | Product evaluations, strategy options |
+
+### Narrative & Creative
+
+| --preset | Type | Style | Best For |
+|----------|------|-------|----------|
+| `storytelling` | `scene` | `warm` | Personal essays, reflections, growth stories |
+| `lifestyle` | `scene` | `watercolor` | Travel, wellness, lifestyle, creative |
+| `history` | `timeline` | `elegant` | Historical overviews, milestones |
+| `evolution` | `timeline` | `warm` | Progress narratives, growth journeys |
+
+### Editorial & Opinion
+
+| --preset | Type | Style | Best For |
+|----------|------|-------|----------|
+| `opinion-piece` | `scene` | `screen-print` | Op-eds, commentary, critical essays |
+| `editorial-poster` | `comparison` | `screen-print` | Debate, contrasting viewpoints |
+| `cinematic` | `scene` | `screen-print` | Dramatic narratives, cultural essays |
+
+## Content Type → Preset Recommendations
+
+Use this table during Step 3 to recommend presets based on Step 2 content analysis:
+
+| Content Type (Step 2) | Primary Preset | Alternatives |
+|------------------------|----------------|--------------|
+| Technical | `tech-explainer` | `system-design`, `architecture` |
+| Tutorial | `tutorial` | `process-flow`, `knowledge-base` |
+| Methodology / Framework | `system-design` | `architecture`, `process-flow` |
+| Data / Metrics | `data-report` | `versus`, `tech-explainer` |
+| Comparison / Review | `versus` | `business-compare`, `editorial-poster` |
+| Narrative / Personal | `storytelling` | `lifestyle`, `evolution` |
+| Opinion / Editorial | `opinion-piece` | `cinematic`, `editorial-poster` |
+| Historical / Timeline | `history` | `evolution` |
+| Academic / Research | `science-paper` | `tech-explainer`, `data-report` |
+| SaaS / Product | `saas-guide` | `knowledge-base`, `process-flow` |
 
 ## Override Examples
 
diff --git a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/workflow.md b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/workflow.md
index fa37db6..4b9723d 100644
--- a/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/workflow.md
+++ b/skills/baoyu-article-illustrator/references/workflow.md
@@ -165,9 +165,16 @@ For each reference image:
 
 **Do NOT skip.** Use ONE AskUserQuestion call with max 4 questions. **Q1, Q2, Q3 are ALL REQUIRED.**
 
-### Q1: Illustration Type ⚠️ REQUIRED
-- [Recommended based on analysis] (Recommended)
-- infographic / scene / flowchart / comparison / framework / timeline / mixed
+### Q1: Preset or Type ⚠️ REQUIRED
+
+Based on Step 2 content analysis, recommend a preset first (sets both type & style). Look up [style-presets.md](style-presets.md) "Content Type → Preset Recommendations" table.
+
+- [Recommended preset] — [brief: type + style + why] (Recommended)
+- [Alternative preset] — [brief]
+- Or choose type manually: infographic / scene / flowchart / comparison / framework / timeline / mixed
+
+**If user picks a preset → skip Q3** (type & style both resolved).
+**If user picks a type → Q3 is REQUIRED.**
 
 ### Q2: Density ⚠️ REQUIRED - DO NOT SKIP
 - minimal (1-2) - Core concepts only
@@ -175,7 +182,7 @@ For each reference image:
 - per-section - At least 1 per section/chapter (Recommended)
 - rich (6+) - Comprehensive coverage
 
-### Q3: Style ⚠️ REQUIRED (ALWAYS ask, even with preferred_style in EXTEND.md)
+### Q3: Style ⚠️ REQUIRED (skip if preset chosen in Q1)
 
 If EXTEND.md has `preferred_style`:
 - [Custom style name + brief description] (Recommended)
@@ -191,14 +198,14 @@ If no `preferred_style` (present Core Styles first):
 
 **Core Styles** (simplified selection):
 
-| Core Style | Best For |
-|------------|----------|
-| `minimal-flat` | General, knowledge sharing, SaaS |
-| `sci-fi` | AI, frontier tech, system design |
-| `hand-drawn` | Relaxed, reflective, casual |
-| `editorial` | Processes, data, journalism |
-| `scene` | Narratives, emotional, lifestyle |
-| `poster` | Opinion, editorial, cultural, cinematic |
+| Core Style | Maps To | Best For |
+|------------|---------|----------|
+| `minimal-flat` | notion | General, knowledge sharing, SaaS |
+| `sci-fi` | blueprint | AI, frontier tech, system design |
+| `hand-drawn` | sketch/warm | Relaxed, reflective, casual |
+| `editorial` | editorial | Processes, data, journalism |
+| `scene` | warm/watercolor | Narratives, emotional, lifestyle |
+| `poster` | screen-print | Opinion, editorial, cultural, cinematic |
 
 Style selection based on Type × Style compatibility matrix (styles.md).
 Full specs: `styles/<style>.md`