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Pattern Interrupt

What is the definition of Pattern Interrupt?

Pattern interrupt is a creative technique where the ad opening deliberately contrasts with surrounding feed content — unusual camera angle, bold text, unexpected sound, or visual that looks unlike adjacent posts. It is a common hook strategy for low Hook Rate recovery.

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EditorialPublished June 9, 2026Updated June 9, 2026

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Test pattern-interrupt hooks against pain-point and curiosity hooks on the same body. Read Hook Rate at ~100 impressions to isolate the winner.

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