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The way you ask shapes the answer you get. Learn techniques for writing prompts that produce better results.

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Be Specific

Vague prompts get vague answers. Specific prompts get useful responses. Vague: 
Help me with my presentation
Specific: 
Help me create an outline for a 10-minute presentation about
renewable energy trends for a business audience. Include
3-4 main points with supporting data.

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Provide Context

Give Flast the background it needs: 
I'm a product manager at a SaaS startup. We're launching a new
feature next month. Help me write release notes for our users
who range from beginners to power users.
Context to include:
  • Your role or expertise level
  • Who the output is for
  • The purpose of what you are creating
  • Any constraints or requirements

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Specify the Format

Tell Flast how you want information structured: 
Create a comparison table of the top 5 project management tools.
Include columns for price, key features, best for, and limitations.
Format options:
  • Bullet points
  • Numbered lists
  • Tables
  • Step-by-step guides
  • Prose paragraphs

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Break Down Complex Requests

For complex tasks, work in steps: Instead of: 
Write a complete marketing plan for my new app
Try: 
Let's create a marketing plan. First, help me define the
target audience for a productivity app aimed at remote workers.
Then follow up with additional aspects one at a time.

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Give Examples

Show what you are looking for: 
Write product descriptions in this style:
"The Classic Tee - Soft cotton meets timeless design. Your
new everyday essential."

Now write one for: wireless earbuds for commuters

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Set the Tone

Specify how the response should sound: 
Explain blockchain technology in a friendly, conversational tone
suitable for someone with no technical background. Avoid jargon.
Tone options:
  • Professional / Casual
  • Technical / Simple
  • Formal / Friendly
  • Brief / Detailed

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Iterate and Refine

Your first prompt may not be perfect. Refine based on results:
  1. Start with your best attempt
  2. Review the response
  3. Ask for specific changes
  4. Repeat until satisfied
That's good, but make it shorter and add more concrete examples.

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