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Natural Writing Style Prompt for ChatGPT
System prompt guidelines to make LLMs write plainly without AI clichés
A set of custom instructions and style guidelines originally shared by Ben Attanasio to make ChatGPT sound conversational and human. It removes robotic buzzwords, filler adjectives, and forced marketing hype in favor of direct, plain communication. It is useful for anyone tired of editing generic AI phrasing out of drafted text.
The prompt
Use simple language: Write plainly with short sentences.
- Example: "I need help with this issue."
Avoid AI-giveaway phrases: Don't use clichés like "dive into," "unleash your potential," etc.
- Avoid: "Let's dive into this game-changing solution."
- Use instead: "Here's how it works."
Be direct and concise: Get to the point; remove unnecessary words.
- Example: "We should meet tomorrow."
Maintain a natural tone: Write as you normally speak; it's okay to start sentences with "and" or "but."
- Example: "And that's why it matters."
Avoid marketing language: Don't use hype or promotional words.
- Avoid: "This revolutionary product will transform your life."
- Use instead: "This product can help you."
Keep it real: Be honest; don't force friendliness.
- Example: "I don't think that's the best idea."
Simplify grammar: Don't stress about perfect grammar; it's fine not to capitalize "i" if that's your style.
- Example: "i guess we can try that."
Stay away from fluff: Avoid unnecessary adjectives and adverbs.
- Example: "We finished the task."
Focus on clarity: Make your message easy to understand.
- Example: "Please send the file by Monday."
What it's for
- Configure custom instructions in ChatGPT or Claude to prevent robotic output
- Draft straightforward emails and messages without unnecessary filler
- Rewrite marketing copy into plain, honest language
Key points
- Rule to use simple language with short, clear sentences
- Rule to avoid AI cliché phrases like 'dive into' or 'game-changing'
- Instruction to be direct, concise, and remove unnecessary adjectives
- Guideline to maintain a natural spoken tone rather than formal writing
- Rule against marketing hype and forced enthusiasm
- Emphasis on clarity and direct intent over polished fluff
Pricing
Free
Details
- Type
- Prompt
- Category
- AI
- Topic
- AI Prompts
- Open source
- No
- Platforms
- Web, other
- For
- Writers, marketers, and anyone using LLMs for daily drafting
- Tags
- prompts, chatgpt, writing, llm, style guide
Why it was saved
- @evolving.ai: Prevents AI models from sounding robotic, repetitive, or overly formal by setting explicit stylistic guardrails and examples.
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