Structured Output
also JSON mode
Structured output is when a model returns data in a strict, machine-readable format like JSON that matches a defined schema.
Analogy
Like requiring answers on a fill-in-the-blank form instead of a free-form essay.
Why it matters
It lets automations reliably parse Claude's response and route fields into CRM updates or other steps without fragile text-scraping.
In practice
Returning {"name":"Jane","intent":"booking"} so the next automation node can map fields directly.