Are you tired of constantly telling ChatGPT to "keep it short" or "act like an expert"? Custom Instructions and System Prompts are the solution.
What are Custom Instructions?
Custom Instructions live in your ChatGPT settings. They are persistent rules the AI follows for every single conversation. They are divided into two parts: Context (Who are you?) and Instructions (How should ChatGPT respond?).
The Perfect Custom Instruction Framework
For the Instructions box, use a formatting framework:
1. Tone: Direct, professional, no fluff.
2. Formatting: Use bolding for key terms. Always use bullet points for lists.
3. Restrictions: Never apologize for being an AI. Never wrap up with a summary conclusion unless asked.
System Prompts for Custom GPTs
When building Custom GPTs, your System Prompt is the brain of the operation. A great framework is CREATE: Context, Request, Examples, Constraints, Format. By providing 3 examples of good output within the System Prompt, zero-shot failures drop dramatically.
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