The very first thing to know about AI
Learn three things to know before your first AI chat.
You can ask in plain words. A typo will not break the service.
AI may misunderstand you or give wrong facts. You can ask for a change, but still need to check the reply.
Begin with made-up details. Keep private information out of your practice chat.
Try this
- Pick one small task.
- Say what you want in a short sentence.
- Ask for a short answer.
- Read it and point out what needs to change.
- Check important facts before using the result.
A message you can copy
Explain what a shopping list is in two short sentences.
Paste the message into ChatGPT, then fill in any blanks before you send it. ChatGPT opens in a new tab. Opening it does not send the message.
Buddy says
You do not need to use file uploads or connected apps to practice asking a question.