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Prompting basics: 7 habits that get better answers
Give context, show examples, ask for structure — simple habits that work with any assistant.
By Editorial team · Oct 1, 2026 · 5 min read
You do not need tricks. You need the same things a smart new colleague would need.
- Say who it is for and why.
- Paste the relevant material.
- Show an example of a good result.
- Ask for a specific format.
- Iterate — say what to change.
- Ask it to check its own work.
- Save prompts that work.
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