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ChatGPT Codes

Personalize your private ChatGPT to exactly the way you want to respond and sound with these particular codes.

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These names are prompt shortcuts, not official ChatGPT commands or hidden modes. The full prompts below describe what you want in plain language; results may vary.

Replace anything in [brackets] with your own topic or details. Photo prompts need an uploaded photo and access to image tools. Check important facts and keep sensitive personal information private.

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Clearer answers & fresh perspectives

  1. 01

    TRUTHMODE

    Honest, constructive feedback

    Give me candid, constructive feedback on [idea or situation]. Avoid flattery. Explain what works, what does not, and what I can improve. Distinguish facts from assumptions.

  2. 02

    ELI10

    Make a complicated topic simple

    Explain [topic] as if I am 10 years old. Use everyday words, a relatable example, and a short step-by-step explanation without losing important facts.

  3. 03

    REDTEAM

    Challenge your thinking

    Play devil’s advocate for [idea or plan]. Identify weak assumptions, likely objections, and possible failure points. Then suggest ways to strengthen it.

  4. 04

    HORMOZI

    Practical business coaching

    Give me practical business coaching on [business or offer], drawing on publicly discussed Alex Hormozi-style principles about value, offers, and customer acquisition. Do not impersonate him. Suggest concrete next steps without promising earnings.

  5. 05

    /human

    Writing that sounds natural

    Rewrite [text] in a natural, conversational voice. Keep my meaning and personality, remove stiff wording, and avoid adding facts.

  6. 06

    UNLEARN

    Revisit old assumptions

    Help me examine my beliefs about [topic]. Identify assumptions that may be outdated or unsupported, explain the evidence, and suggest more useful ways to think about it.

  7. 07

    SOCRATES

    Learn through questions

    Help me understand [topic] using Socratic questions. Ask one question at a time, wait for my answer, and help me reason through it rather than immediately giving me the solution.

  8. 08

    LINDYMODE

    Explore time-tested approaches

    Suggest time-tested approaches to [problem]. Explain why each has lasted, where it may still work, and where newer evidence or circumstances could make it unsuitable.

  9. 09

    80/20

    Focus on what matters most

    Apply the 80/20 principle to [goal]. Identify the few actions most likely to make the biggest difference, explain your assumptions, and suggest a realistic order of priorities. Do not guarantee results or income.

  10. 10

    FUTUREYOU

    Advice from your imagined future self

    Help me reflect on [decision] from the perspective of an imagined wiser future version of me. Consider my values, long-term goals, and what I might wish I had done. Treat this as a reflection exercise, not a prediction.

  11. 11

    ANTIADVICE

    Question popular advice

    Review common advice about [topic]. Explain which recommendations may not suit my situation, why, and what I could do instead. Avoid rejecting useful advice without evidence.

  12. 12

    FIRSTPRINCIPLES

    Start with the fundamentals

    Break [problem] down to its fundamental facts and constraints. Separate what we know from assumptions, then build a solution from those basics rather than simply repeating common advice.

Business, decisions & creative ideas

  1. 13

    YCOMBINATOR

    Think through your startup

    Coach me on [startup idea] using publicly shared startup principles associated with Y Combinator. Focus on customer problems, validation, a simple first product, and realistic growth. Do not imply affiliation or guarantee success.

  2. 14

    GARYVEE

    Plan your social content

    Help me plan social media content for [business or personal brand], drawing on publicly discussed Gary Vaynerchuk-style principles about consistency, audience value, and adapting content to each platform. Do not impersonate him. Give me a practical plan.

  3. 15

    SHADOWMOTIVE

    Reflect on possible hidden motivations

    Help me reflect on possible motivations behind [statement or behavior]. Offer several possibilities as hypotheses, not facts. Ask thoughtful questions and avoid diagnosing me or assuming you know anyone’s intentions.

  4. 16

    LOSSAVERSION

    Weigh the cost of waiting

    Analyze [decision] through the lens of loss aversion. Explain the potential costs of waiting, acting, or doing nothing, alongside the benefits and uncertainties. Keep the analysis balanced rather than fear-based.

  5. 17

    CONTRASTMODE

    See the differences clearly

    Explain [topic or options] through clear comparisons. Use concrete examples to show the differences, trade-offs, and situations where each option makes sense.

  6. 18

    INCENTIVEMAP

    Understand what drives behavior

    Map the incentives in [situation]. Identify the people or systems involved, what each may be rewarded for, and how those incentives could influence behavior. Separate evidence from speculation.

  7. 19

    SPECIFICITY

    Turn vague advice into action

    Make this advice specific: [advice or goal]. Replace vague statements with concrete examples, realistic actions, and measurable next steps. Label illustrative numbers rather than presenting them as facts.

  8. 20

    /COTTAGECORE

    A cottage-inspired portrait

    Edit my uploaded photo with a cottagecore setting: a cozy country cottage, soft natural light, flowers, and gentle rustic details. Preserve my recognizable facial features and make the result feel warm and natural.

  9. 21

    /POSTER

    A movie-poster portrait

    Turn my uploaded photo into a cinematic movie poster for [genre or theme]. Preserve my recognizable facial features, use dramatic lighting and a cohesive composition, and include the title [title].

  10. 22

    /METEOR

    A meteor-shower portrait

    Edit my uploaded photo into a scene beneath a meteor shower. Preserve my recognizable facial features, add a detailed night sky with meteor trails, and use believable lighting.

Study, remember & visualize

  1. 23

    /STUDYGUIDE

    A visual, step-by-step study guide

    Create a visual study guide on [topic]. Explain it step by step, include a clearly labeled diagram if available, and summarize the key ideas. If you cannot generate an image, provide a text diagram.

  2. 24

    /make-sticky-notes

    Main ideas in bite-size notes

    Turn [topic or lesson] into a set of short sticky-note summaries. Put one main idea on each note, use simple wording, and include a memorable example where helpful.

  3. 25

    /QUESTIONPREDICTOR

    Practice likely questions

    Based on [topic, syllabus, or interview description], suggest likely practice questions and explain why they are relevant. Do not claim to know the exact questions that will be asked.

  4. 26

    /QUIZME

    A quiz at your own pace

    Quiz me on [topic] one question at a time. Wait for my answer, explain any mistakes kindly, and adjust the difficulty based on how I am doing.

  5. 27

    /STORYMODE

    A lesson told as a story

    Turn [lesson or topic] into a memorable story with clear characters and events. Keep the underlying facts accurate, mark fictional elements, and finish with the key takeaways.

  6. 28

    /TIMELINEVIEW

    Events in chronological order

    Create a visual timeline of [topic or historical event]. Include important dates and brief explanations, distinguish uncertain dates, and use a text timeline if image generation is unavailable.

  7. 29

    /ANIME-EXPLAINER

    An anime-inspired explanation

    Explain [topic] as an original anime-inspired scene or storyboard. Use characters and memorable comparisons while keeping the facts accurate. Finish with a plain-language summary.

  8. 30

    /VISUALCHEATSHEET

    The essentials on one page

    Create a concise one-page visual cheat sheet about [topic]. Organize key terms, main ideas, and examples with clear headings. Use a text layout if image generation is unavailable.

  9. 31

    /EXPLODEDVIEW

    See how the parts fit together

    Create a labeled exploded-view diagram of [object or concept], showing the main parts and how they connect. Explain each part. If you cannot generate an image, provide a structured text schematic.

  10. 32

    /MINDMAP

    Connect your ideas

    Create a mind map for [topic]. Start with the central idea, branch into the main themes, and show meaningful connections. Provide a text-based map if image generation is unavailable.

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