Be clear about what you need ChatGPT to do. Outline what you want, who it’s for, and why it matters. Tip: Use an action verb, like “plan” or “draft” or “research.”

Add any background or documentation that will help, including external sources like files, images, or documents. Learn more about working with files or apps.

Tell ChatGPT how you want the response. Include details like tone, format, length, audience, and any constraints so the output matches your needs.

Open ChatGPT⁠(opens in a new window) and try out the three prompts below. Notice how the model responds, then try again by tweaking your prompt to add more context or guidance.