- Note: These may behave slightly differently depending on which version of ChatGPT you’re using (free vs Plus, GPT-3.5 vs GPT-4o).
- Works with GPT-powered tools (like Claude, Perplexity, etc.) too - try it and let me know what works where.
Codes (You just type them as a prompt)
1. ELI10: – Explain Like I’m 10
👶 Simplifies complex topics so even a child can understand.
📌 Use for: tech, science, finance, AI, etc.
Example:
ELI10: How does quantum computing work?
2. \\human – Make it sound actually human
🗣 Converts robotic-sounding AI responses into natural, conversational tone.
📌 Use for: emails, captions, replies, website copy… anything you want to sound like you.
Example:
\\human Write a cold DM to a potential client without sounding pushy.
3. TL;DR: – Too Long; Didn’t Read
📚 Summarizes long stuff in 2–3 sentences.
Perfect for: articles, docs, emails, blog drafts.
Example:
TL;DR — What is cloud computing?
4. JARGONIZE: – Make it sound smart
🧑💼 Converts simple language into expert-level, nerdy tone.
Use for: LinkedIn posts, whitepapers, grant proposals, pitch decks.
Example:
JARGONIZE: Explain how cloud storage works.
5. LISTIFY: – Turn ideas into neat bullet lists
📋 Converts any explanation into digestible list format.
Use for: blogs, Instagram carousels, tweets.
Example:
LISTIFY: Best smartphones under ₹30,000 in 2025
⚙️ Custom Instructions (Set once, use forever)
Go to:
ChatGPT > Settings > Personalization > Custom Instructions
Paste the below commands under:
“What would you like ChatGPT to know about you?” and “How would you like ChatGPT to respond?”
Paste These:
1. If I type /W or /w in my response, you will browse the web.
2. If I type /fix, fix all grammatical issues with the content, make it easy to understand, focus on clarity. Only respond with the proofread text.
3. If I type /human, respond in a way that sounds natural and human — not like it was written by AI.
✨ Examples of These:
/W best smartphones under ₹30,000 in 2025
→ Browses the web and gives fresh, updated info.
/fix This phone have a bestest camera for video shoot.
→ Fixes grammar and returns: This phone has one of the best cameras for video shooting.
/human Write an email to my boss asking for sick leave.
→ Writes it like a real person would.
🔬 Hidden Parameters (Advanced, but powerful)
| Parameter | What it Does | Example |
|---|---|---|
temp: | Controls randomness. Lower = more focused, Higher = more creative. | temp: 0.7 Tell me a story about a magical kingdom. |
div_penalty: | Encourages variety in words used. | div_penalty: 1.5 Write a unique product description. |
max_tokens: | Limits output length. | max_tokens: 50 Describe a sunset. |
top_p: | Controls breadth of options. Higher = more randomness. | top_p: 0.8 Write a creative story intro. |
freq_penalty: | Penalizes overused words. | freq_penalty: 1 Write with rare vocabulary. |
pres_penalty: | Avoids repeating the prompt too much. | pres_penalty: -1 Echo this: The sky is blue. |
best_of: | Chooses the best out of X generations. | best_of: 3 What are AI's benefits? |
n: | Outputs X variations of the response. | n: 4 Suggest YouTube titles for a video on AI tools. |
echo: | Decides whether to repeat input in response. | echo: true Tell me about productivity hacks. |
stop_sequences: | Stops generation after certain phrases. | stop_sequences: ["Conclusion:", "In short,"] |
user_attributes: | Personalizes output based on user info. | user_attributes: {"age": "25", "interests": ["AI", "productivity"]} |
system_level_settings: | Controls memory, speed, or power use. | system_level_settings: {"memory": "high"} |