Not Specifying the Desired Output

If you don’t tell the AI what kind of answer you want, you may get a response that doesn’t fit your needs.

Why This Happens

• The AI will guess the format, length, or style if you don't specify.
• You may get answers that are too long, too short, or not in the format you want.

Examples

• Unclear: "Explain photosynthesis."

• Better: "Explain photosynthesis in simple terms for a 10-year-old, using a short paragraph."

• Unclear: "List some animals."

• Better: "List five mammals that live in the ocean."

How to Avoid

• Specify the format, length, style, or audience for the response.
• Give examples if possible.
• Mention if you want a list, paragraph, code, or other format.

Best Practices

• If you want a summary, ask for a summary. If you want a list, ask for a list.
• Review the AI's answer and clarify your needs if the output isn't right.

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Clear instructions about the desired output help the AI deliver exactly what you need.