How to Talk to AI

Talking to AI is a lot like talking to a helpful coworker. The clearer you are, the better the results — but you don’t need to be formal or technical.

🧠 The secret: give context

Instead of:

“Write an email.”

Try:

“Write a friendly email to my coworker Sam explaining that I’ll be out on Friday.”

AI thrives on details.

🎯 Be specific about the goal

Tell the AI what you want:

  • tone (friendly, professional, simple)
  • length (short, 3 paragraphs, bullet points)
  • audience (kids, beginners, experts)

🔁 Iterate — don’t start over

If the first answer isn’t perfect, say:

  • “Shorter.”
  • “More casual.”
  • “Add an example.”
  • “Rewrite for a 5th grader.”

AI improves with each nudge.

🧪 Try variations

Ask the same question in different ways.
You’ll learn what works best for you.

🚀 You don’t need perfect prompts

Just start typing.
AI meets you where you are.


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