ChatGPT prompts for students: 9 commands that will help you study and improve grades
In 2025, ChatGPT has become an everyday academic assistant for students worldwide. Whether you’re in school or university, these ten prompts can help you learn smarter, write better, and save time.
“Explain [topic] to me like I’m 12” Ideal for: Simplifying complex concepts Example: “Explain quantum entanglement to me like I’m 12” Why: Breaks down tough topics into understandable language.
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“Summarize this article/text” (Paste content) Ideal for: Reading comprehension, quick reviews Example: “Summarize the following text in 5 bullet points” Why: Saves time on long readings or research papers.
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“Give me 5 debate points for and against [topic]” Ideal for: Debate prep and classroom discussions Example: “Give me 5 points for and against school uniforms” Why: Builds critical thinking and argument skills.
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“Help me outline an essay on [topic]” Ideal for: Essay planning Example: “Help me outline a 1000-word essay on climate change solutions” Why: Provides structure before you begin writing.
“Generate practice questions for [exam/topic]” Ideal for: Self-testing Example: “Generate 10 multiple choice questions on the French Revolution” | Why: Provides structure before you begin writing.
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“What are common mistakes in [subject] and how to avoid them?” Ideal for: Learning smarter Example: “What are common mistakes in algebra and how to avoid them?” Why: Helps avoid repeated errors in assignments and exams.
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“Correct my grammar and suggest improvements” (Paste your text) Ideal for: Editing and proofreading Example: “Fix grammar in this paragraph and make it more academic” Why: Improves your writing instantly.
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“Act as a tutor and quiz me on [topic]” Ideal for: Interactive learning Example: “Act as my physics tutor and quiz me on Newton’s laws” Why: Turns passive reading into active learning.
“Create a study plan for [goal/time]” Ideal for: Time management Example: “Create a 4-week study plan for Class 10 Science CBSE board” Why: Keeps students organised and focused.
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