
5 Ways People Are Using ChatGPT's Powerful New Custom Instructions Feature
This week ChatGPT released a new "Custom Instruction" feature that allows users to customize information about who they are and what type of responses they want that ChatGPT will remember across all queries. Here's how people are using it so far. The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to the podcast version of The AI Breakdown wherever you listen: https://pod.link/1680633614 Subscribe to the newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Learn more: https://breakdown.network/ 0:00 New "Custom Instruction" feature 1:23 Setting up "Custom Instruction" 4:11 Tonality: Badass MFer 4:53 Super detailed instructions 6:27 Multiple choice 7:26 'Jailbreak': Permabroken ChatGPT 9:07 Feedback
5 Ways People Are Using ChatGPT's Powerful New Custom Instructions Feature
Relentless Pace of AI Development and Release
This section discusses the continuous development and release of AI technologies, specifically focusing on a new feature called custom instructions for Chat GPT.
Custom Instructions for Chat GPT
- OpenAI has released a new feature called custom instructions for Chat GPT.
- Custom instructions allow users to have more control over how Chat GPT responds in conversations.
- Users can set their preferences, and Chat GPT will consider these instructions for all future conversations.
- The examples given include a teacher creating lesson plans, a developer preferring efficient code in a non-Python language, and a family using Chat GPT for creating shopping lists.
- This feature aims to provide personalized AI experiences.
How to Use Custom Instructions
This section explains how to use the custom instructions feature in Chat GPT.
Accessing Custom Instructions
- To access custom instructions, users need to be ChatGPT Plus subscribers.
- In the settings menu, users can find the Beta features section where they can enable custom instructions.
Setting Custom Instructions
- After enabling custom instructions, users are prompted to set their preferences.
- Users are asked about personal information such as location, occupation, hobbies, interests, and goals.
- They are also asked about their desired tone of conversation with Chat GPT and whether it should have opinions or remain neutral.
Saving and Editing Instructions
- Once the custom instructions are set, they are saved for future conversations with Chat GPT.
- Users can edit or delete these instructions at any time.
Testing Custom Instructions with an AI Question
This section demonstrates how custom instructions affect the responses of Chat GPT when asked an AI-related question.
Testing the Instructions
- The user sets custom instructions to receive answers at an undergraduate comprehension level, with responses in bullet points of one to two sentences.
- The user asks Chat GPT to explain what a Transformer is in the context of AI.
Response Evaluation
- Chat GPT provides a response that aligns with the desired level of technical understanding and tone.
- The answer is given in bulleted format, meeting the specified criteria.
Examples of Custom Instructions Usage
This section showcases examples of how users have utilized custom instructions for different purposes.
Changing Tone of Responses
- A Twitter user demonstrates changing the tonality of Chat GPT's response by instructing it to respond like a "badass."
- The example shows how custom instructions can alter the tone and style of Chat GPT's answers.
Detailed Custom Instructions
- Another developer shares their detailed custom instructions, providing specific information about themselves and their desired outputs from Chat GPT.
- This example highlights the flexibility and customization options offered by custom instructions.
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Form Explanations Using Bullet Points
The speaker discusses the use of bullet points to provide explanations, pros and cons, and different thinking systems. They also mention how ChatGPT can respond with a tree of thought reasoning.
How to Structure ChatGPT Responses
- Use bullet points to explain the problem, goal, initial thoughts, and desired output.
- Provide a comprehensive overview by breaking down the topic into categories.
- Example: Discussing raccoons - physical description, behavior, habitat, interaction with humans.
- SWOT analysis of raccoon's physical features - strengths (sharp claws and teeth), weaknesses (distinctive markings).
Conversation-based Responses
Different approaches for ChatGPT responses are discussed. One approach involves having a conversation with follow-up questions or multiple-choice options.
Andrew's Approach
- Andrew wants to have a conversation with ChatGPT.
- He prefers guided suggestion questions in multiple-choice format (ABCD).
- Example: Writing a book - exploring genre options (mystery thriller or others).
- Leveraging existing expertise and brainstorming ideas for the next book.
Customizing ChatGPT
Users share creative ways they have customized ChatGPT's responses.
Swix's Custom Instructions
- Swix customizes ChatGPT to provide funny yet long and shocking responses.
- Example: Asking about making a Molotov cocktail.
- ChatGPT prioritizes safety and advises against creating or using dangerous devices.
- Provides historical information but strongly discourages attempting it.
Transforming ChatGPT
Users explore the extent of customization possible with ChatGPT.
Nick Dobos' Full Agents
- Nick creates full agents within ChatGPT using custom instructions.
- Recreating Baby AGI (auto GPT-style tool) inside ChatGPT.
- Detailed prompt for task management and code writing.
- Emphasizes summarizing messages, breaking down goals, and saving code to a text file.
Conclusion
ChatGPT can be customized to provide structured explanations using bullet points. Users have found creative ways to have conversations, explore genres, and even create full agents within ChatGPT. Customization allows for personalized and informative responses while prioritizing safety and ethical guidelines.
Custom Instructions for Personalized Chat GPT
This section discusses the introduction of custom instructions in Chat GPT to provide more personalized outputs based on user needs and preferences.
Customizing Chat GPT with Personal Data
- Custom instructions allow Chat GPT to understand unique user needs and provide tailored outputs.
- This feature affects various apps that utilize Chat GPT and use personal data to improve results.
- The implementation of custom instructions significantly changes the way people will use Chat GPT.
Greater Personalization with Custom Instructions
- Custom instructions enable much greater personalization in how users interact with Chat GPT.
- As the initial hype around Chat GPT settles, the focus shifts towards understanding how people will use it beyond novelty.
- Custom instructions are expected to become an essential part of using Chat GPT effectively.
Conclusion
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Wrapping Up AI Breakdown
- The introduction of custom instructions in Chat GPT marks a significant development in enhancing personalization.
- Understanding how users will utilize this feature beyond novelty is crucial for its successful adoption.
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