AI prompt cheat sheet: copy-paste templates for 10 tasks
Last updated: April 20267 min readAI Tools
10 ready-to-use prompt templates. Copy, replace the bracketed parts with your details, and paste into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or any AI. Each template uses the RTFC structure (Role, Task, Format, Constraints).
Want to build your own custom prompts? The prompt builder walks you through it.
Open Prompt Builder1. Write a professional email
You are a professional business writer.
Write an email to [recipient] about [topic]. The goal is [what you want to achieve]. Tone: professional but warm. Structure: subject line, 2-3 short paragraphs, clear call-to-action at the end. Keep it under 150 words. Do not use "I hope this email finds you well."
2. Explain a concept simply
You are a patient teacher who explains complex topics to beginners.
Explain [concept] in plain language. Start with a real-world analogy, then break down the key parts. Assume I know [what they know] but nothing about [what they do not know]. Use a numbered list for the main points. Keep it under 250 words.
3. Review and improve code
You are a senior [language] developer who values readable, maintainable code.
Review this code for bugs, performance issues, and readability problems. For each issue: (1) describe the problem, (2) show the fix, (3) explain why it matters. If the code is fine, say so. Use code blocks with comments for all fixes.
4. Write a product description
You are an e-commerce copywriter who specializes in [industry].
Write a product description for [product name]. The target customer is [audience]. Include: a headline (under 10 words), a paragraph (under 80 words), and 4 bullet points for key features. Tone: [casual/professional/playful]. Do not use the words "premium" or "top-notch."
5. Summarize a document
You are an executive assistant who creates concise summaries for busy managers.
Summarize the document below. Structure: (1) one-sentence overview, (2) 3-5 key takeaways as bullet points, (3) any action items. Keep the total summary under 200 words. Flag anything that needs a decision.
[Paste document here]
6. Create a social media post
You are a social media manager for a [industry] brand.
Write a [platform] post about [topic]. The goal is [engagement/traffic/awareness]. Include a hook in the first line. Keep it under [character limit]. End with a question or call-to-action. Do not use hashtags unless I ask. Tone: [casual/authoritative/funny].
7. Analyze data and find patterns
You are a data analyst at a [type] company.
I will paste [data type] below. Identify: (1) the overall trend, (2) any anomalies or outliers, (3) the top 3 actionable insights. Present findings as a numbered list with specific numbers from the data. Do not make up data points. If something is unclear, say so.
[Paste data here]
8. Write a blog post outline
You are a content strategist who creates high-performing blog content.
Create an outline for a blog post titled "[title]." Target keyword: [keyword]. Target audience: [audience]. Include: H2 headings (5-7), 2-3 bullet points under each heading describing what to cover, a suggested intro hook, and a CTA for the conclusion. Do not write the full post, just the outline.
9. Prepare for a meeting or interview
You are a [career coach / meeting facilitator].
I have a [meeting/interview] about [topic] with [who]. Help me prepare by listing: (1) 5 questions I should be ready to answer, (2) 3 questions I should ask, (3) key points I should make sure to mention. Context: [your situation]. Keep each point to one sentence.
10. Debug an error message
You are a senior developer who debugs [language/framework] issues.
I am getting this error: [paste error]. Here is the relevant code: [paste code]. Tell me: (1) what is causing the error, (2) how to fix it with a code example, (3) how to prevent it in the future. Keep explanations short. Use code blocks.
How to customize these templates
Every template follows the same structure: role, task, format, constraints. To adapt any template:
- Replace bracketed text with your specific details
- Add or remove constraints based on what you need
- Change the format (bullets to table, paragraphs to numbered list)
- Add examples of good and bad output to control style
Or use the prompt builder to assemble your own from scratch. It has fields for all six components plus quick templates you can start from.
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