TechniquesLast updated: April 2026
Prompt
The text input you give to an AI to tell it what you want.
In Plain English
A Prompt is the instruction or question you type to an AI system. The quality of your prompt significantly affects the quality of the AI's response. Good prompts are clear, specific, and provide context. Learning to write effective prompts — sometimes called "prompt engineering" — can dramatically improve your results with AI tools.
💡Real-World Example
Instead of "Write about dogs," a better prompt is "Write a 200-word guide for first-time dog owners about choosing the right breed for apartment living."
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