Thoughtful prompting for GPT-5

Author(s): Arunabh Bora

Originally published on Towards AI.

How to get the most out of GPT-5 in your prompt or AI tools

With the arrival of GPT-5, using AI has been a game changer. The new model is smarter than most and this can be a significant productivity boost to anyone who is using GPT in their daily life.

In the rest of the article, various practices for effectively utilizing GPT-5 are discussed, emphasizing the importance of clarity in instructions, the flexibility of reasoning effort, and the advantages of using structured formats like XML for better context. It is noted that overly firm language can hinder the model’s performance, while allowing space for reflection and thought can enhance output quality. Ultimately, the article advocates for an iterative approach to prompting, where experimentation is key to discovering the most effective methods for leveraging GPT-5’s capabilities.

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