From creating bedtime stories to explaining quantum physics in plain English — here are ten surprisingly fun and useful things you can ask ChatGPT to do.
Write or continue a story Ask ChatGPT to write an original short story, continue one you’ve started, or even write in the style of your favorite author. Example: “Write a detective story in the style of Agatha Christie set in modern-day Mumbai.”
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Plan your day or trip ChatGPT can help you plan a productive day, weekend, or even a full vacation itinerary with activities, meals, and local recommendations. Example: “Plan a 3-day tech-themed trip to Bengaluru with cafes and museums.”
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Learn complex topics simply Turn difficult subjects into easy explanations with examples or analogies. Example: “Explain blockchain like I’m a 10-year-old.”
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Draft emails and messages Ask it to write a professional email, a friendly text, or even a complaint — in your tone and language. Example: “Write a polite follow-up email after a job interview.”
Generate creative content From poems to lyrics, or even witty social media captions — ChatGPT can create anything you need in seconds. Example: “Write an Instagram caption about coffee on a rainy day.”
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Help with coding Ask for code snippets, debugging help, or explanations of programming concepts in any language. Example: “Explain how a for loop works in Python with an example.”
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Practice interviews or public speaking ChatGPT can simulate an interviewer or audience, giving feedback and helping you improve your responses or delivery. Example: “Act as an HR interviewer for a data analyst role.”
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