Prompt Shortcuts

Shortcuts, Tips and Examples

ChatGPT prompt shortcuts (also called prompt hacks, techniques, or power-user tricks) are structured methods or keywords you use in your prompts to get more precise, consistent, and powerful outputs from ChatGPT and other AI assistants (Claude, Gemini, Grok, Copilot, etc). They help you bypass vague responses and guide the AI to behave in a specific way. By mastering these shortcuts, you move from casual chatting to effectively programming the AI to give you exactly what you need. The key is specificity and structure. Here's a breakdown of some useful categories and examples:

Go To: Shortcuts | Formats | Commands | Cheat Sheet | Links

Role-Prompting

Tell the AI to act as a specific expert or character.
Shortcut: `"Act as a [role]."`
Example: Instead of "Explain quantum physics," use "Act as a passionate high school physics teacher. Explain the concept of quantum entanglement to a 10th-grade student using a simple analogy."

The Chain-of-Thought (CoT)

Force the AI to show its reasoning step-by-step, leading to more accurate complex answers.
Shortcut: `"Let's think step by step."` or `"Reason through this step-by-step before answering."`
Example: Instead of "What is 25% of 80?" use "What is 25% of 80? Let's think step by step."

Few-Shot Prompting

Give the AI examples of the input-output format you want. This is incredibly powerful for consistent formatting.
Shortcut: Provide examples.
Example: Translate the following casual sentences into formal business English:
Input: "Hey, can you send me that file when you get a chance?"
Output: "Please forward the document at your earliest convenience."
Input: "That's not gonna work for us."
Output: "That proposal does not align with our current requirements."
Input: [Your new sentence here]

System Persona / Custom Instructions (Advanced Context Setting)

Use the "system" role (available in the API) or Custom Instructions (in the UI) to set persistent behavior. In a normal chat, you can simulate it at the start.
Shortcut: A strong, upfront instruction.
Example: At the start of a chat:
"You are an expert cybersecurity consultant. Your responses are concise, actionable, and prioritize risk mitigation. Always structure your advice with: 1) Immediate Action, 2) Long-term Strategy, 3) Common Pitfalls to Avoid."

Output Formatting Directives

Explicitly tell the AI how to structure its response.
Shortcuts: Keywords like `"Create a table of...", "Provide a bulleted list of...", "Write in Markdown format with headers.", "Output as valid JSON with keys: name, age, city.", "Use APA citation style."`
Example: Instead of "Give me a workout plan," use:
"Create a 3-day full-body workout plan for beginners. Present it as a Markdown table with columns for Day, Exercise, Sets, Reps, and Notes."

Iterative Refinement and Steering

Use follow-up commands to adjust the output without starting over.
Shortcuts: `"Make it more concise."`, `"Expand on point 2."`, `"Make the tone more enthusiastic."`, `"Translate the key points into Spanish."`, `"Re-write that for a social media post."`

The "Ignore Previous Instructions" Myth

Reality: This popular "hack" often doesn't work reliably, especially with newer models. ChatGPT is designed to prioritize initial system instructions and user intent. It's better to just start a new chat with the correct prompt.

"Thinking" or "Reasoning" Tags (For Complex Tasks)

Ask the AI to separate its internal reasoning from its final answer. Useful for logic puzzles or code.
Shortcut: Use tags like `<thinking>` and `</thinking>`.
Example: Solve this logic puzzle. First, outline your reasoning inside <thinking> tags. Then, provide your final answer clearly. [Puzzle here]

Seed for Consistency

(API-focused) Providing a `seed` parameter makes the output more deterministic, useful for testing.
Concept: In a normal chat, you can ask for consistency: "For all future responses in this chat, use the same structured format as above."

Meta-Prompting (Asking the AI to Help You Prompt)

When stuck, ask the AI to help you craft the perfect prompt.
Shortcut: `"I want to achieve [goal]. You are an expert prompt engineer. Ask me up to 5 questions to help you create the perfect prompt to get the best result."`

prompt engineering

⚡ Cheat Sheet of Prompt Shortcuts

For Clarity: `"Explain like I'm 10 (ELI10)."`
For Brevity: `"Answer in one sentence."` or `"TL;DR:"`
For Creativity: `"Brainstorm 10 unconventional ideas for..."`
For Analysis: `"What are the potential weaknesses in this argument?"`
For Comparison: `"Compare X and Y in a table of pros and cons."`
For Prioritization: `"Use the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize these tasks."`
For Decision Making: `"Act as a devil's advocate for this proposal."`

List of ChatGPT Prompt Shortcuts

Structure and Format Shortcuts

Basic Formatting

Advanced Structuring

"Use the following template: [paste template]" | "Structure your answer as: Problem -> Analysis -> Solution -> Implementation" | "Present as FAQ format." | "Create a step-by-step guide with checkboxes." | "Use the SCQA method: Situation, Complication, Question, Answer."

Role and Persona Shortcuts

Expert Roles

"Act as a [role]:" (teacher, lawyer, doctor, engineer, etc.) | "You are [famous person/expert]:" | "Simulate a [scenario] expert:" | "Pretend you're a [character] from [movie/book]:"

Professional Contexts

"Act as a consultant for [industry]." | "You are my [relationship]: mentor, coach, tutor, therapist." | "Role-play as [persona] for this conversation." | "Adopt the writing style of [author/publication]."

Thinking and reasoning shortcuts

Step-by-Step Approaches

"Let's think step by step." | "Reason through this logically." | "Show your working/calculations." | "First, analyze the problem. Then, provide the solution." | "Break this down into manageable parts."

Analysis Frameworks

"Use first principles thinking." | "Apply the 5 Whys technique." | "Analyze using SWOT:" (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) | "Use the ICE framework:" (Impact, Confidence, Ease) | "Evaluate with cost-benefit analysis."

Tone and Style Shortcuts

Formality Levels

"Write in a formal/academic tone." | "Use casual/conversational language." | "Make it sound professional." | "Write like you're explaining to a friend." | "Use technical jargon for experts."

Audience Adaptation

"Explain like I'm 5 (ELI5)." | "Explain like I'm 10 (ELI10)." | "Explain to a beginner/expert." | "Write for a [specific audience]: executives, students, developers."

Emotional Tone

"Be enthusiastic/excited!" | "Use a calm, reassuring tone." | "Be humorous/witty." | "Maintain a neutral, factual tone." | "Sound authoritative/confident."

Task-specific Shortcuts

Writing and Content Creation

"Write a [type]: blog post, email, script, poem, story." | "Rewrite this [improvement]: more concisely, more formally, more persuasively." | "Paraphrase this." | "Expand this into [number] paragraphs." | "Summarize in [number] sentences." | "Generate [number] variations."

Problem Solving

"Brainstorm [number] ideas for [topic]." | "Troubleshoot [problem]." | "Debug this [code/process]." | "Optimize [thing] for [goal]." | "Find alternatives to [solution]."

Learning and Explanation

"Teach me [topic]." | "Create an analogy for [concept]." | "Compare and contrast [A] and [B]." | "Provide examples of [concept]." | "What are common misconceptions about [topic]?"

Iteration and Refinement Shortcuts

Adjustment Commands

"Make it shorter/longer." | "Simplify/complicate this." | "Add more detail to point #[number]." | "Remove [aspect]." | "Focus on [specific aspect]."

Quality Control

"Improve this by [criteria]." | "Polish/proofread this." | "Check for consistency." | "Verify the accuracy." | "Add supporting evidence."

Creativity and Ideation Shortcuts

Brainstorming

"Generate [number] unconventional ideas." | "Think outside the box." | "What if [scenario]?" | "Reverse this assumption." | "Combine [A] and [B] to create something new."

Creative Writing

"In the style of [author/genre]." | "Use vivid imagery." | "Create dialogue between [characters]." | "Set the scene in [location/time]." | "Include a plot twist."

Data and Analysis Shortcuts

Data Processing

"Extract key information from this text." | "Categorize these items." | "Find patterns in this data." | "Calculate [metric]." | "Convert [data] into [format]."

Decision Making

"List pros and cons." | "Use a decision matrix." | "Prioritize using [framework]." | "Weigh the trade-offs." | "Consider unintended consequences."

Perspective and Sngle Shortcuts

Multiple Viewpoints

"Argue for/against [position]." | "Play devil's advocate." | "Consider from [stakeholder] perspective." | "What would [person/group] say about this?" | "Present both sides fairly."

Critical Thinking

Programming

Technical Writing

"Write documentation for [function/system]." | "Create API specifications." | "Write technical requirements." | "Explain technical concepts simply."

Learning and Education Shortcuts

Study Aids

"Create flashcards for [topic]." | "Generate practice questions." | "Make a study guide." | "Explain [concept] with real-world examples." | "Create a lesson plan for [topic]."

Assessment

"Quiz me on [topic]." | "Grade this answer." | "Provide constructive feedback." | "Identify knowledge gaps."

Advanced and Meta-prompting

System-Level Instructions

"From now on, always [behavior]." | "Remember these rules for this conversation:" | "When I say [trigger], respond with [pattern]." | "You have these constraints: [list]."

Chain and Context

"Continue from where we left off." | "Reference our previous discussion about [topic]." | "Maintain consistency with earlier responses." | "Based on my previous message, [do something]."

Prompt Patterns

The Perfect Prompt Formula: "[Role] + [Task] + [Format] + [Tone] + [Constraints]"

Example: "Act as a senior marketing strategist (Role) to create a go-to-market plan (Task) presented as a slide deck outline with speaker notes (Format). Use persuasive, data-driven language (Tone). Keep each slide summary under 50 words (Constraint)."

Problem-Solving Pattern: "Problem: [Describe] -> Context: [Background] -> Constraints: [Limitations] -> Expected Output: [Format]"

Creative Brief Pattern: "Objective: [Goal] -> Audience: [Who] -> Key Message: [What] -> Desired Action: [Response] -> Brand Voice: [How]"

⚡ Quick Reference: Top 20 Prompts

1. "Let's think step by step."
2. "Act as a [expert role]."
3. "Explain like I'm 5 (ELI5)."
4. "Create a table comparing [A] and [B]."
5. "Answer in bullet points."
6. "Provide [number] examples."
7. "Rewrite this more [quality]."
8. "Summarize in [number] sentences."
9. "What are the pros and cons?"
10. "Brainstorm [number] ideas."
11. "Use a [framework] analysis."
12. "Make it [length] words."
13. "From the perspective of [persona]."
14. "First, [step 1]. Then, [step 2]."
15. "Output as [JSON/Markdown/CSV]."
16. "Continue this [story/code/argument]."
17. "Debug/fix this [code/problem]."
18. "Translate this to [language]."
19. "Find errors in this logic."
20. "Give me [number] variations."

List of Prompt Formats

The format you request dramatically changes how the AI processes and presents information. Choosing the right format is half the battle in getting useful outputs!

📊 Structured Output Formats

List Formats

Bulleted List: "Provide a bulleted list of..."
Numbered List: "List in numbered order..."
Checklist: "Create a checklist for..."
Ranked List: "Rank these items from most to least important:"
Categorized List: "Organize these items into categories:"

Table Formats

Comparison Table: "Create a table comparing X and Y with columns for Features, Pros, Cons"
Data Table: "Present the data in a table with columns: [list columns]"
Matrix Table: "Use a 2x2 matrix to plot [variables]"
Timeline Table: "Create a timeline table with columns: Date, Event, Impact"

Hierarchical Formats

Outline: "Provide an outline with Roman numerals, letters, and numbers"
Mind Map Structure: "Organize as a hierarchical mind map structure"
Decision Tree: "Create a decision tree with branches for each option"
Flowchart Steps: "Present as a flowchart with decision diamonds and process boxes"

📝 Document and Writing Formats

Professional Documents

Business Memo: "Write a business memo with: TO, FROM, DATE, SUBJECT, Body"
Executive Summary: "Create an executive summary with: Background, Findings, Recommendations"
Project Brief: "Format as a project brief: Objective, Scope, Deliverables, Timeline, Budget"
Meeting Agenda: "Create a meeting agenda with: Time, Topic, Presenter, Duration"
Email Template: "Write an email template with: Subject Line, Greeting, Body, Closing, Signature"

Academic Formats

Essay Structure: "Write in essay format: Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion"
Research Paper: "Format as research paper: Abstract, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, References"
Literature Review: "Structure as literature review: Thematic sections with citations"
Case Study: "Use case study format: Background, Problem, Solution, Results, Takeaways"

Creative Writing Formats

Script Format: "Write as a script with: CHARACTER NAME, Dialogue, (parentheticals)"
Poem Structure: "Write a [sonnet/haiku/limerick] with appropriate structure"
Story Beats: "Structure using story beats: Hook, Inciting Incident, Climax, Resolution"
Dialogue Format: "Create dialogue between characters with proper formatting"

🎯 Analysis and Framework Formats

Business Analysis

SWOT Analysis: "Perform a SWOT analysis: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats"
PESTLE Analysis: "Conduct PESTLE analysis: Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, Environmental"
Porters Five Forces: "Analyze using Porter's Five Forces"
BCG Matrix: "Plot items on a BCG Matrix: Stars, Cash Cows, Question Marks, Dogs"

Problem-Solving Formats

Root Cause Analysis: "Use 5 Whys format: Why1 → Why2 → Why3 → Root Cause"
Fishbone Diagram: "Structure as fishbone diagram categories: People, Process, Equipment, etc."
A3 Report: "Format as A3 report: Background, Current Condition, Goals, Analysis, Recommendations"
PDCA Cycle: "Organize by Plan-Do-Check-Act stages"

Decision Making

Decision Matrix: "Create decision matrix with criteria weights and scores"
Pros/Cons List: "Present as balanced pros and cons table"
Cost-Benefit Analysis: "Format as CBA: Costs, Benefits, Net Benefit, ROI"
RACI Matrix: "Create RACI chart: Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed"

📋 Presentation and Visual Formats

Slide Formats

Slide Deck Outline: "Create presentation slides with: Title, Bullet Points, Speaker Notes"
PechaKucha Format: "20 slides, 20 seconds each"
Ignite Talk Format: "5 minutes, 20 slides auto-advancing every 15 seconds"
Pitch Deck: "Create startup pitch deck: Problem, Solution, Market, Traction, Team, Ask"

Visual Descriptions

Infographic Structure: "Describe an infographic layout with sections, icons, data visualization"
Chart Description: "Describe how to visualize this data: bar chart, line graph, pie chart"
Wireframe: "Describe a wireframe layout with components and placement"
Storyboard: "Create storyboard frames with visuals and captions"

🔧 Technical and Data Formats

Code and Development

Pseudocode: "Write pseudocode for the algorithm"
API Documentation: "Format as API docs: Endpoint, Method, Parameters, Response, Example"
Technical Specification: "Write tech spec: Overview, Requirements, Architecture, Interfaces, Testing"
Git Commit Messages: "Write commit messages following Conventional Commits format"

Data Formats

JSON Format: "Output as valid JSON with schema: {key: value}"
CSV Format: "Format as CSV with headers"
YAML/XML: "Output in YAML/XML format"
Database Schema: "Describe database tables with columns, types, and relationships"

🎓 Educational and Learning Formats

Study Materials

Flashcards: "Create Q&A flashcards"
Study Guide: "Make study guide with: Key Terms, Concepts, Examples, Practice Questions"
Lesson Plan: "Format lesson plan: Objectives, Materials, Activities, Assessment"
Quiz/Test: "Create multiple choice questions with answers and explanations"

Explanatory Formats

Feynman Technique: "Explain as if teaching a child, then simplify, then use analogy"
Analogies: "Explain using analogies: [Concept] is like [Familiar Thing] because..."
Before-After-Bridge: "Use BAB format: Before (problem), After (solution), Bridge (how)"
Socratic Dialogue: "Format as Socratic dialogue with questions and answers"

📰 Media and Content Formats

Social Media

Twitter Thread: "Write as Twitter thread with numbered tweets"
LinkedIn Post: "Format as LinkedIn post with hook, value, engagement question"
Instagram Caption: "Write Instagram caption with emojis and hashtags"
Video Script: "Write YouTube script with hook, intro, content, call-to-action"

Blogging Formats

Listicle: "Write as listicle: '10 Ways to...'"
How-To Guide: "Format as step-by-step tutorial"
Case Study Post: "Use storytelling format: Challenge → Solution → Results"
Thought Leadership: "Write opinion piece with: Thesis, Arguments, Counterarguments, Conclusion"

🗂️ Organizational Formats

Planning Formats

SMART Goals: "Format goals as SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound"
OKR Format: "Set Objectives and Key Results"
Gantt Chart Description: "Describe Gantt chart with tasks, durations, dependencies"
Kanban Board: "Organize as Kanban columns: To Do, In Progress, Done"

Meeting Formats

Standup Format: "Yesterday I... Today I... Blockers..."
Retrospective: "Format as Start-Stop-Continue"
Brainstorming Session: "Organize ideas by theme using affinity grouping"
Debrief Template: "What went well? What didn't? What did we learn? Next steps?"

🔄 Conversation and Interaction Formats

Dialogue Formats

Interview Q&A: "Format as interview transcript with Q: and A:"
Debate Format: "Structure as debate: Opening statements, Rebuttals, Closing arguments"
Role-play Script: "Write role-play dialogue between [roles]"
Customer Service Script: "Create script with: Greeting, Empathy, Solution, Closing"

Feedback Formats

SBI Format: "Give feedback using Situation-Behavior-Impact"
Positive-Negative-Positive: "Structure feedback as compliment, critique, encouragement"
360 Review: "Format as 360 feedback: Strengths, Areas for Improvement, Suggestions"

🎨 Creative Formats

Design Formats

Design Brief: "Create design brief: Objective, Target Audience, Requirements, Constraints, Deliverables"
User Story: "Write user stories: As a [user], I want [feature], so that [benefit]"
Brand Guidelines: "Outline brand guidelines: Voice, Tone, Colors, Typography, Logo Usage"
Mood Board Description: "Describe visual mood board with themes, colors, textures"

Story Formats

Hero's Journey: "Structure story using Hero's Journey stages"
Three-Act Structure: "Format as Setup, Confrontation, Resolution"
Logline: "Write logline: [Protagonist] must [goal] or else [stakes]"
Character Profile: "Create character sheet: Name, Age, Motivation, Flaw, Arc"

📞 Communication Formats

Professional Communication

Elevator Pitch: "Create 30-second pitch: Who you are, What you do, What makes you unique"
Value Proposition: "Write value prop: [Product] helps [audience] achieve [benefit] by [differentiator]"
Talking Points: "Create talking points with key messages and supporting evidence"
Press Release: "Format press release: Headline, Dateline, Body, Boilerplate, Contact Info"

🔢 Numbered and Step Formats

Step-by-Step Guides

Step Format: "Provide step-by-step instructions numbered 1-10"
Tutorial Format: "Write tutorial: Prerequisites, Step 1, Step 2, Troubleshooting"
Recipe Format: "Format as recipe: Ingredients, Equipment, Instructions, Tips"
Assembly Instructions: "Write IKEA-style instructions with diagrams and steps"

📈 Reporting Formats

Business Reports

Progress Report: "Format progress report: Accomplishments, Challenges, Next Steps, Risks"
Financial Report: "Create financial report: Revenue, Expenses, Profit, Forecast"
Analytics Report: "Structure analytics report: Metrics, Insights, Recommendations"
Incident Report: "Write incident report: What happened, When, Impact, Root Cause, Resolution"

💡 Pro Tips

Be Specific: "Write 3 bullet points" is better than "make it short"
Chain Commands: Use follow-up prompts to refine: "Now make that first point more technical"
Provide Examples: Show the AI exactly what format you want
Set Constraints: "No marketing jargon" or "Use only data from 2020 onward"
Iterate: Your first prompt rarely gets perfect results, so refine, refine, refine!

The "PEAS" Framework

Structure your prompts using this mnemonic:
Purpose: What is the main goal?
Examples: Can I show it what I want?
Audience: Who is the output for?
Style/Format: How should it look and sound?

Example using PEAS: "Purpose: Create a product description. Examples: [Include 2 examples of descriptions you like]. Audience: Tech-savvy early adopters. Style: Concise, benefit-driven bullet points with a hint of excitement."

Remember: The best shortcut is clarity. The more precise your instructions, the better the output. Mix and match these shortcuts to create powerful, customized prompts for any situation.

Prompt Shortcut Commands

Prompt shortcut commands are little "hacks" you can add to your prompts that act like instructions in shorthand. Instead of writing long explanations, you use a keyword or phrase that signals ChatGPT (or other AI assistants) to shape the response in a specific way. Think of them as productivity macros for prompting. They instantly change the format, tone, or depth of the answer.

⚡ Quick Action Commands

Basic Operations

/s - Summarize

/e - Explain

/x - Expand/elaborate

/c - Condense/shorten

/r - Rewrite/rephrase

/p - Proofread/edit

/t - Translate to [language]

/f - Format as [structure]

/l - List format

/b - Bullet points

Length Control

/short - Keep it brief (1-2 sentences)

/medium - Moderate length (3-5 paragraphs)

/long - Detailed explanation

/250 - Limit to 250 words

/500 - Limit to 500 words

/1000 - Limit to 1000 words

/tl;dr - Too long; didn't read (summary)

🎯 Targeted Commands

Audience Targeting

/eli5 - Explain Like I'm 5

/eli10 - Explain Like I'm 10

/novice - For beginners

/expert - For professionals

/exec - Executive summary style

/student - Student-friendly explanation

/public - General public understanding

Tone Commands

/formal - Professional tone

/casual - Conversational tone

/friendly - Warm and approachable

/neutral - Objective, unbiased

/urgent - Immediate action tone

/persuasive - Convincing argument style

/academic - Scholarly writing style

/sales - Sales/marketing voice

📊 Structure Commands

Format Directives

/table - Format as table

/json - Output in JSON format

/xml - Output in XML format

/csv - CSV format

/markdown - Use Markdown formatting

/outline - Create outline structure

/steps - Step-by-step format

/faq - FAQ format

/qna - Q&A format

Document Types

/email - Write as email

/memo - Business memo format

/report - Report structure

/proposal - Proposal format

/blog - Blog post format

/script - Script/dialogue format

/press - Press release format

/social - Social media post

🔍 Analysis Commands

Thinking Commands

/think - Show reasoning process

/step - Think step by step

/logic - Logical breakdown

/analyze - Deep analysis

/critique - Critical evaluation

/compare - Comparison analysis

/contrast - Highlight differences

Framework Commands

/swot - SWOT analysis

/pestle - PESTLE analysis

/procon - Pros and cons

/costbenefit - Cost-benefit analysis

/rootcause - Root cause analysis

/risk - Risk assessment

💡 Creativity Commands

Idea Generation

/ideas - Generate ideas

/brainstorm - Brainstorming session

/innovate - Creative solutions

/alternatives - Alternative approaches

/whatif - "What if" scenarios

/combine - Combine concepts

Writing Styles

/story - Storytelling mode

/poetic - Poetic/literary style

/humorous - Add humor

/dramatic - Dramatic emphasis

/simple - Simplify language

/complex - More sophisticated language

🔄 Iteration Commands

Modification Commands

/more - Expand on this

/less - Reduce details

/different - Try different approach

/similar - Similar style to previous

/enhance - Improve quality

/simplify - Make simpler

/technical - Add technical details

/practical - Make more practical

Perspective Shifts

/opposite - Opposite viewpoint

/devilsadvocate - Devil's advocate position

/optimistic - Optimistic perspective

/pessimistic - Pessimistic perspective

/historical - Historical context

/futuristic - Future-focused view

🔧 Technical Commands

Programming

/code - Write code

/explaincode - Explain code

/debug - Debug code

/optimize - Optimize code

/pseudocode - Write pseudocode

/comment - Add comments to code

/test - Write tests

Data Operations

/extract - Extract key information

/organize - Organize data

/categorize - Categorize items

/prioritize - Prioritize list

/rank - Rank items

/filter - Filter criteria

🎓 Learning Commands

Educational

/teach - Teaching mode

/quiz - Create quiz

/flashcards - Make flashcards

/examples - Provide examples

/analogy - Create analogy

/practice - Practice problems

/review - Review material

Explanation Levels

/basic - Basic explanation

/intermediate - Intermediate level

/advanced - Advanced explanation

/deepdive - In-depth exploration

/overview - High-level overview

/detailed - Detailed breakdown

🚀 Advanced Commands

Meta-Commands

/improve - Improve the prompt itself

/better - Get better results

/best - Optimal approach

/creative - Most creative approach

/efficient - Most efficient method

/thorough - Most comprehensive

System Commands

/system - System-level instruction

/rules - Set rules for session

/context - Add context

/memory - Remember this for session

/forget - Clear previous instruction

/reset - Reset conversation focus

📝 Writing Commands

Composition

/draft - First draft

/revise - Revised version

/final - Final polished version

/hook - Create engaging opening

/conclusion - Write conclusion

/headlines - Generate headlines

/bulletize - Convert to bullet points

Style Adaptation

/APA - APA citation style

/MLA - MLA citation style

/Chicago - Chicago style

/legal - Legal writing style

/medical - Medical writing style

/technical - Technical writing style

🎭 Role Commands

Expert Roles

/expert: - Act as domain expert

/consultant - Consultant perspective

/coach - Coaching approach

/mentor - Mentoring style

/teacher - Teaching mode

/editor - Editing mode

/researcher - Research-focused

Persona Commands

/CEO - CEO perspective

/engineer - Engineer mindset

/designer - Designer thinking

/scientist - Scientific approach

/historian - Historical perspective

/entrepreneur - Entrepreneurial view

📈 Business Commands

Professional

/strategy - Strategic planning

/pitch - Create pitch

/proposal - Business proposal

/roi - ROI calculation/focus

/kpi - Key Performance Indicators

/metrics - Metrics and measurement

/vision - Vision statement

Marketing

/marketing - Marketing perspective

/sales - Sales approach

/brand - Brand voice/style

/cta - Call-to-action focus

/usp - Unique Selling Proposition

/valueprop - Value proposition

🔢 Quantative Commands

Numerical

/calculate - Perform calculation

/estimate - Provide estimate

/statistics - Statistical analysis

/data - Data-driven approach

/numbers - Focus on numbers

/percentage - Percentage-based

/metrics - Metrics-focused

🔄 Conversation Flow

Flow Control

/continue - Continue from last point

/elaborate - Elaborate on specific point

/digress - Explore related tangents

/focus - Return to main topic

/redirect - Change direction

/summarize - Summarize conversation

Clarification

/clarify - Ask for clarification

/rephrase - Rephrase for clarity

/example - Request example

/evidence - Request evidence

/source - Request sources

/verify - Verify accuracy

⚙️ Customization Commands

Parameter Control

/length: - Set specific length

/depth: - Set depth level (1-10)

/complexity: - Set complexity level

/speed: - Quick vs thorough

/detail: - Detail level (minimal/moderate/full)

/format: - Specific format

Quality Commands

/polish - Polish and refine

/perfect - Make it perfect

/professional - Professional quality

/publish - Ready for publication

/share - Ready to share

/present - Presentation ready

🎨 Visual Commands

Design Thinking

/visualize - Describe visualization

/diagram - Diagram description

/infographic - Infographic layout

/chart - Chart description

/wireframe - Wireframe description

/storyboard - Storyboard frames

🧩 Combination Commands

Command Chaining

Examples of combined commands:

/eli5 /step /table - Simple step-by-step table

/expert /technical /200 - Expert technical in 200 words

/creative /business /casual - Creative business casual tone

/analyze /swot /bullet - SWOT analysis in bullets

/code /comment /explain - Code with comments and explanation

Prompt Shortcut Commands Cheat Sheet

A cheat sheet is a quick reference guide that condenses important information into a clear, easy-to-scan format. Instead of reading long explanations or manuals, you use a cheat sheet to instantly recall commands, formulas, shortcuts, or key concepts.

✍️ Writing and Drafting

Command	What It Does	Example Use
OUTLINE	Creates a structured outline	`OUTLINE: Chapter on AI regulation history`
STEP-BY-STEP	Breaks tasks into sequential steps	`STEP-BY-STEP: How to format a manuscript for Kindle`
CHECKLIST	Produces actionable lists	`CHECKLIST: Tasks before publishing on Amazon KDP`
TABLE FORMAT	Organizes info into comparison tables	`TABLE FORMAT: Pros/cons of self-publishing vs. traditional publishing`

📊 Summarizing and Simplifying

Command	What It Does	Example Use
ELI5	Simplifies complex topics	`ELI5: What is copyright law?`
TL;DR	Condenses text into a short summary	`TL;DR: 10-page article on AI ethics`
EXEC SUMMARY	Creates a professional summary	`EXEC SUMMARY: Research on Fernando Llort's art market value`

⚖️ Evaluating and Comparing

Command	What It Does	Example Use
PROS & CONS	Lists advantages/disadvantages	`PROS & CONS: Using AI for book editing`
FAQ	Generates common questions and answers	`FAQ: Readers curious about AI-assisted writing`

🎨 Creative and Promotional

Command	What It Does	Example Use
STORY MODE	Turns input into narrative form	`STORY MODE: Journey of an artist discovering AI tools`
POEM / SONG LYRICS	Generates creative writing	`POEM: Ode to Fernando Llort's art`
ROLEPLAY	Simulates a persona or style	`ROLEPLAY: Literary agent explaining publishing contracts`
PRESS RELEASE	Drafts promotional copy	`PRESS RELEASE: Announcing my AI-assisted book launch`

Links

Prompt engineering page.

AI Engineer jobs page.

Chatbots page.

ChatGPT page.

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