ChatGPT Prompt Template Examples: Ready-to-Use Templates by Task

Each template below uses [BRACKETS] for the placeholders you need to fill in with your specific details. The templates are intentionally structured — they include role, context, task, constraints, and format so you do not have to think about prompt structure for each use case.

Replace every bracketed placeholder with real, specific information. The more specific the detail you add, the more specific the output will be. Generic details produce generic output even in a well-structured template. Use the ChatGPT Prompt Generator if you prefer to describe your goal in plain language and have the structure built automatically.

Blog post outline template

"You are an experienced content writer. Create a detailed blog post outline for an article about [TOPIC] targeting [AUDIENCE]. The article angle is: [WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT FROM GENERIC COVERAGE]. Include: H1 title, 6–8 H2 sections with a brief note on each, a FAQ section with 5 questions, and a recommended word count range. Audience knowledge level: [BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED]. Tone: [DESCRIBE TONE]."

Blog introduction template

"Write a 3-paragraph blog introduction for an article about [TOPIC] targeting [AUDIENCE]. Paragraph 1: open with the specific problem or frustration the reader is experiencing. Paragraph 2: explain why existing solutions or common advice falls short. Paragraph 3: state what this article will specifically provide. Tone: [DESCRIBE]. Do not start with a rhetorical question or a statistic. Do not use the phrase 'In today's world.'"

Blog section template

"Write the '[SECTION HEADING]' section of a blog post about [TOPIC]. Audience: [DESCRIBE]. Cover these specific points: [LIST POINTS]. Under [WORD COUNT] words. Include one concrete example or scenario. Do not use generic advice that applies to any topic. Tone: [DESCRIBE]. This section follows the '[PREVIOUS SECTION HEADING]' section."

Newsletter email template

"You are an email copywriter. Write a [NUMBER]-section newsletter for [AUDIENCE]. Section 1: short intro on [THEME OR TOPIC]. Section 2: main value piece — [KEY INSIGHT OR CONTENT]. Section 3: soft CTA linking to [URL OR ACTION]. Total under [WORD COUNT] words. Tone: [DESCRIBE]. Do not use promotional language in Section 1."

Promotional email template

"Write a promotional email for [OFFER/PRODUCT] to [AUDIENCE SEGMENT]. Open the first sentence with the benefit to the reader — not the product name. State the offer clearly in the first 100 words. Include one social proof element: [DESCRIBE PROOF POINT]. CTA: [DESCRIBE ACTION]. Under [WORD COUNT] words. Tone: [DESCRIBE]. Do not include the subject line — I'll generate that separately."

Subject line template

"Generate 10 email subject line options for a [EMAIL TYPE] to [AUDIENCE]. Include: 2 curiosity-led, 2 direct benefit, 2 question-format, and 4 mixed. All under 50 characters. No false urgency, no all-caps, no spam trigger words. Email topic: [DESCRIBE]."

Content brief template

"Act as an SEO content strategist. Create a content brief for an article targeting the keyword '[KEYWORD]'. Search intent: [INFORMATIONAL / TRANSACTIONAL / NAVIGATIONAL]. Include: primary keyword, 5–8 secondary keywords, recommended H1, recommended H2 structure (5–7 headings), key questions to answer, audience, reading level, suggested word count range, and one angle differentiating from current top 3 results."

Meta description template

"Write 4 meta description options for a page targeting '[KEYWORD]'. Each under 155 characters. Include the keyword naturally. State the user benefit clearly. End with a soft CTA. Mix formats: one question-led, one benefit-led, one how-to, one direct. Audience: [DESCRIBE]."

FAQ section template

"Generate a [NUMBER]-question FAQ section for an article about [TOPIC] targeting [KEYWORD]. Focus on questions from People Also Ask and search user intent. Each answer: 2–3 sentences, specific, no unverifiable claims. Format: Q: / A: pairs."

LinkedIn insight post template

"Write a LinkedIn post sharing this insight: [STATE YOUR SPECIFIC INSIGHT]. Structure: bold or counterintuitive opening statement (1 sentence), 2–3 paragraphs of reasoning with one concrete example, closing question for engagement. Audience: [PROFESSIONAL TYPE]. Tone: direct and honest — not motivational. Under [WORD COUNT] words. No emojis unless specified."

LinkedIn story post template

"Write a LinkedIn post about this real experience: [DESCRIBE THE SPECIFIC SITUATION OR DECISION]. Open with the moment — the specific action or observation. 2 short paragraphs on what happened and what I learned. Final line: the takeaway the reader can apply. Tone: conversational and honest. Under [WORD COUNT] words. No bullet points. No emojis."

Twitter/X thread template

"Write an [NUMBER]-tweet thread about [TOPIC]. Tweet 1: hook with a bold or counterintuitive statement under 200 characters. Tweets 2–[N-1]: one specific point per tweet with a 1-sentence explanation, each under 250 characters. Last tweet: summary takeaway and a follow CTA. Audience: [DESCRIBE]. Tone: [DESCRIBE]."