5 min readUpdated Aug 6, 2026Beginner
Prompt Basics
Learn about Prompt Basics in this comprehensive lesson.
A "prompt" is simply the text you type to communicate with the AI. Writing good prompts is the most important skill for getting good results.
- **Clarity**: Be specific about what you want.
- **Context**: Provide background information.
- **Format**: Tell the AI how you want the output (e.g., bullet points, table, essay).
- **Constraints**: Tell it what NOT to do.
Bad Prompt (too vague):
Prompt
Write a blog post about marketing.
Good Prompt (specific and structured):
Prompt
Write a 500-word blog post about digital marketing for small local businesses. Use a friendly tone, include 3 actionable tips, and format the tips as a bulleted list.
Pro Tip
Always tell the AI what role it should play. For example: "Act as an expert copywriter..."