How to tell ChatGPT to give shorter answers
You will learn to ask ChatGPT to keep its answers short and simple.
Long answers can feel like a lot. The good news is you can ask for less.
ChatGPT listens to how you ask. Just tell it you want it short.
You can ask for a few sentences, or simple words, or a short list.
If an answer is still too long, ask again. You can shape it your way.
Try this
- Type your question as normal.
- Add a request like keep it short, please.
- Send your message.
- If it is still long, reply with make it even shorter.
A message you can copy
Please explain [your topic] in three short sentences with simple words.
Paste it into ChatGPT, then change the words in brackets to fit you. It opens in a new tab, so you will not lose this page.

Buddy says
You can ask for a short list too. Lists are easy to read and follow.
