How to ask AI to revise an answer

AI's first answer is often not quite right, and that is normal. For example, a post may be fine but a bit long and too formal. Instead of starting over, just say what to change. This lesson helps you revise quickly and in the right place.

A good revision request says 2 things: which part to change and how.

Unclear: "Rewrite it." or "Not good enough."

Clearer:

• Length: "Make it 3 sentences."
• Tone: "Friendlier, as if messaging someone you know."
• One part: "Keep it all, just change the first sentence so it stands out."
• Remove: "Remove the sentence about the discount."

Tip: change one or two things at a time so differences are easy to see. If a conversation has mixed many topics, start a new one.

Step by step

1. Open ChatGPT

   On a computer or phone, open a web browser and go to chatgpt.com. You can also click "Open ChatGPT" in this lesson's prompt box.

2. Create a first draft

   Copy the sample prompt, fill in the details and send. Read the result.

3. Change the length

   Type in the same conversation and send. You do not need to paste the post again.

4. Change the tone

   Send another request about tone.

5. Change just one detail

   Ask the AI to keep the post and change only one part. Read it all once more before using it.

What did you learn?

• A first answer that misses the mark is normal.
• A good revision request says which part to change and how.
• Change only one or two things at a time.
• Read it all again because AI may change other parts too.