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Prompt Templates

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This time, we will introduce "prompt templates," a technique for utilizing conversational AI using large-scale language models such as ChatGPT.

What is a prompt template?

A prompt template is a standard format used when using conversational AI such as ChatGPT. Typically, it is used by entering the specified information into a text file with several input fields and then inputting it into ChatGPT or similar.
By having participants fill out specific fields in the form of a template, it can be used as a means of controlling the quality and content of responses.

Without a prompt template

First, let's try using ChatGPT to generate answers without using this technique. This is an example of how to use generative AI to generate ideas.

Think of some catchphrases to promote apples.

Here are some examples of catchphrases to promote apples:

  1. "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!"
  2. Get healthy with apples!
  3. "The natural deliciousness of apples!"
  4. "Apples refresh your body and mind!"
  5. "The more you eat, the more energetic you become! Apple power!"

They do create a proposal for now, but the proposals they come up with are not necessarily appropriate for the purpose you want to use them for.

Therefore, there are various techniques for devising inputs to ChatGPT to get the desired output, which are called prompt engineering. Prompt templates (or templates) are one such technique.

Prompt template example

There are many different prompt templates available, but as an example, let's create one based on the content published in the "Guidelines for the Use of Text Generation​ ​AI," which are guidelines for the use of generative AI created by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

Because it is published by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, you can use it without worrying about the rights, and if you ask other people to use it, it is easier to explain and get them to understand if it is from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

  • position
    • Make your position clear
      (Administrative field and position, role given to text generation AI, etc.)
  • Purpose/background
    • Specify the purpose and background
      (Prerequisites and issues)
  • Output format
    • Specify the output format
      (number of characters, English, bullet points, etc.)

Excerpted and organized from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Guidelines for the Use of Text Generation AI"

For example, you can create a template like the one below.

Request details

#position
Clarify your position (administrative field, position, role to be given to text generation AI, etc.)

#Purpose/Background
Specify the purpose and background (organize prerequisites and issues)

#Output format
Specify the output format (number of characters, English, bullet points, etc.)

Let's fill this in using the example from earlier. You'll also see that when filling in the template, you need to think about what your purpose is and what you're doing, and make that clear.

Think of a phrase to promote apples.

#position
As the Public Relations Director of Aomori Prefecture, I would like you to come up with a phrase.
Generate texts with the elegant style of a world-class award-winning writer.

#Purpose/Background
We want people to know about the appeal of apples, their health benefits, and new ways to cook them.
By doing so, we hope to reduce the number of people who think apples are unattractive and increase apple consumption.

#Output format
Please write in bullet points, each about 200 characters long.

Rather than being a model input, I created this as an example so that anyone could fill it in. Let's try entering the above as input.

  1. Aomori apples are natural gems recognized worldwide, harboring the mysteries of nature. No other fruit truly conveys the blessings of nature.
  2. Eat Healthy - Eating an apple every day will help protect your health. Its high vitamin C and dietary fiber content are essential for beauty and health.
  3. Aomori apples have a unique flavor and a world-class balance of sweetness and acidity, and a distinctive aroma. They are great for simple uses and also complement cooking perfectly.
  4. Innovative apple recipes - great for cooking too! Taking advantage of the sweetness and tartness of apples, new and innovative apple dishes such as apple pizza and apple salad are appearing one after another.
  5. Aomori's apple orchards are a world-famous tourist attraction. With beautiful scenery and fresh apples, this area is sure to become yours once you've visited!

Whether this is sufficient or not is a question, but the output has changed considerably since the beginning. Let's try changing some conditions, such as the output format.

Think of a phrase to promote apples.

#position
As the Public Relations Director of Aomori Prefecture, I would like you to come up with a phrase.
Please make the content easy to understand even for elementary school students.

#Purpose/Background
We want people to know about the appeal of apples, their health benefits, and new ways to cook them.
By doing so, we hope to reduce the number of people who think apples are unattractive and increase apple consumption.

#Output format
Output it as hip hop lyrics.

After entering the above, you will get the following, for example. Regardless of whether these are well-written lyrics, you can see that the instructions you gave are reflected quite well.

*The following are hip-hop lyric phrases that even elementary school students can enjoy.

Intro Yay! I'm going to introduce you to the best fruit from Aomori Prefecture! It's called apples! Everyone, listen up!

No. 1 Aomori apples are delicious! The red varieties are especially sweet and juicy. They're also packed with vitamin C and help fight colds. Include apples in your daily diet!

Chorus: Apples! Apples! Full of energy! Apples! Apples! They're good for your body! Aomori apples aren't just delicious; they're also healthy and fun, we want everyone to know about them!

Number 2: Apples can be used in a variety of dishes. They're great in salads, pies, and smoothies. But peeling and seeding are grown-up jobs. When you grow up, you can help out!

Chorus: Apples! Apples! Full of energy! Apples! Apples! They're good for your body! Aomori apples aren't just delicious; they're also healthy and fun, we want everyone to know about them!

No. 3 Aomori has many apple orchards. There are beautiful scenery and lots of cute apples. You can even go apple picking in the orchards. Eat lots of apples with your family and friends!

Chorus: Apples! Apples! Full of energy! Apples! Apples! They're good for your body! Aomori apples aren't just delicious; they're also healthy and fun, we want everyone to know about them!

Outro: Brought to you from Aomori Prefecture with lots of love and energy! Apples are the best! Let's all eat some!

Outro: Next time you eat a delicious apple, sing along with enthusiasm! Aomori apples are the most delicious!

Other template examples

There are many suggested prompt templates.

Fukatsu Prompt System

There is a famous template commonly known as the "Fukatsu Method" that was devisedbyTakayuki Fukatsu, CXO of Note (asofthetime of writing in January2024).

#Orders
you Professional editor is.
Based on the following constraints and input statements: Best Summary Please output:

#constraints

  • The number of characters is about 300.
  • Easy to understand even for elementary school students.
  • Don't leave out any important keywords.
  • Keep your writing concise.

#Input statement
<Input document here>

#Output statement:

Will this dramatically change your work?! The latest in ChatGPT usage – from YouTube

This is a template that can be used to program the task of providing input data, processing it according to constraints, and outputting the data, much like programming in Japanese.

Since we had the chance, we tried inputting the "Ringo's Hip Hop" we created earlier directly into the "<Input document here>" section and summarizing it.

The appeal of Aomori apples is that they are rich in vitamin C, which makes them effective in preventing colds. They are also recommended for use in salads, pies, and smoothies, making them an essential fruit for your daily diet. Aomori has many apple orchards, where you can enjoy apple picking while taking in the beautiful scenery. We hope that children will also enjoy apples before they become adults, having fun peeling and removing the seeds. Apples from Aomori not only provide health but also fun. Let's all eat Aomori apples and get healthy!

The writing style is a little stiff, so it's not as easy to understand for elementary school students as I'd hoped, but the content was generally summarized as instructed.

It is expected to have the effect of guiding users.

Widely used templates, such as ChatGPT, are carefully written to make the content easy to understand, but generative AI is also expected to improve every day. It will likely be able to understand and output input requests without requiring them to be written in a set format. However, the problem of people "not knowing what to write" will remain.

ChatGPT cannot create output that takes into account information that is not given in the input. For example, if you are thinking of a catchphrase for an apple, the background and circumstances of how and why you created it are information that ChatGPT cannot access and cannot understand.

Therefore, it is up to the user to write the necessary information properly, but some people may not be able to think of what to write. In such cases, templates can be effective in guiding users on "what to write."

You want to use generative AI within your company, but some people will be able to use it well on their own, while others will not. Templates will be useful in such situations to encourage widespread use.

Make templates suitable for your company's business into your company's assets

Also, if you create a template that effectively completes tasks in your company's business, you can share the template within the company and improve everyone's work efficiency. In other words, templates can become an asset to your company's business.

For example, let's rework the apple tagline from above to fit a specific situation.

Think of a sentence to tell your salesperson about the characteristics and merits of the apples you are shipping.

#position
We are in the position of selling apples wholesale to retailers who buy them.
Create the most understandable writing that will impress everyone.

#Purpose/Background
We will help the store staff understand the characteristics of the apples you will be purchasing this time.
When retailers sell apples in stores, they need to be provided with useful information and phrases on how to promote them.

#Characteristics of the apples being shipped this time

  • Sugar content: Low
  • Acidity: Refreshing acidity
  • Appearance: There are some scratches, but the taste is fine.
  • Price: A bit high, but considering it's early, it's still cheap
  • Recommended ways to eat: Eat it chilled and raw, or make it into an apple pie

#Output format
Please briefly explain to the store representative the characteristics and merits of this apple.
Next, when selling these apples in-store, what points should you promote and come up with some example catchphrases?

In this way, anyone in the company can use the generative AI to suit their own business by filling in the underlined parts as appropriate. Now, let's actually give the above to ChatGPT.

Hello! I would like to introduce the apples that arrived this time.

【Features】

  • Although the sugar content is low, you can still feel the refreshing acidity.
  • The outside is a little damaged, but the taste is not affected at all.
  • The price is a bit high, but considering it's early, I think it's a great deal!
  • The recommended way to eat it is to chill it and bite into it whole, but it's also delicious in apple pie!

【point】

  • Because it has a low sugar content, it is also recommended for use in sweets such as apple pie.
  • There may be some imperfections on the outside, but we are confident in the taste!
  • Although the price is high, it is a great deal for apples at this time of year.

[Catchphrase]

  • "The blemishes are part of the flavor" - this is the idea behind these exquisite apples!
  • Eating this apple will give you lots of energy!
  • Low sugar content and a refreshing acidity! This is the real deal!
  • This much flavor at this price during this time!
  • Delicious Aomori apples in your hands!

What do you think? Just by filling in the underlined parts, an environment has been created where they can create explanatory and PR text that takes into account both the good and the bad. Some of the catchphrases are so good that you would want customers to see them as they are.

Also, this template was created by me as an example and is not designed to produce particularly excellent output, so if you use it in your work and continue to improve it, you should be able to create a template that automatically produces even better output.

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