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How To Use Chatgpt for Total Beginners

You need to know how to use chatgpt !

A.I tech has been around for a while now, but Chatgpt only really came into use 18 months ago, you may have heard people saying how it’s going to revolutionise the world, make us all unemployed or end the world so we end up as soldiers fighting for John Conner!! If you are a total beginner then you need my guide on how to use chatgpt for beginners.

What Is ChatGpt?

ChatGpt is an A.I (artificial intelligence) application, it can be used for a range of questions, demands and tasks which we will go through later. The worldwide use of chatgpt is growing at a crazy rate check the stats here. But to give you a quick idea, think of it as a human-programmed search engine that can give you answers to questions in any context, so you could ask it to write you a poem in romantic form or comedy if you get me, or something more technical, like ‘tell me how to secure my smart home if I was 10 years old” ( whic hincidently you can find here !!)

How To Use Chatgpt, its Uses and Applications

The uses of Chatgpt are only really limited by your own imagination, all chatbots you find on today’s websites are powered by A.I bot/software, you can get it to write job applications, simple websites, your CV, love letters literally anything text-based.

Below is a list of the top uses for chatgpt ( by chatgpt!!)

  • Conversational Companionship: Many users engage with ChatGPT simply for conversation and companionship, particularly those who may be feeling lonely or seeking social interaction. There’s a world of different chatbots that you can actually have a full conversation with like you were texting your mate!
  • Educational Assistance: Students and learners use ChatGPT to ask questions, clarify concepts, or seek explanations on various academic topics. Please note: Teachers know how to use chatgpt ! Be very careful with this as more and more schools and uni’s are banning A.I in coursework and actively use various original content checkers and they will not accept content generated by A.I for obvious reasons.
  • Creative Writing Support: Writers and content creators utilise ChatGPT for brainstorming ideas, overcoming writer’s block, or generating prompts for stories, articles, or poems. You will find a world of content creators churning out 100’s of blog posts a month using A.I
  • Language Practice: Language learners practice speaking and writing in their target language by conversing with ChatGPT, receiving corrections and suggestions in real-time.
  • Information Retrieval: Users ask ChatGPT for quick facts, definitions, or explanations on a wide range of topics, from history and science to pop culture and current events. The common opinion is that Ai. applications are a direct challenge to search engine requests.
  • Problem Solving: Individuals seek advice and solutions to personal or professional problems, ranging from relationship issues to technical troubleshooting. You can train it to write your code for a simple website in less time it would take you to make a cup of tea!!
  • Entertainment: Users engage ChatGPT for entertainment purposes, such as playing text-based games, storytelling, or exploring hypothetical scenarios.
  • Productivity Tools: Some users integrate ChatGPT into their workflow as a productivity tool, using it to set reminders, manage tasks, or generate ideas for projects.
  • Therapeutic Support: ChatGPT serves as a non-judgmental space for users to express their thoughts and feelings, providing a form of therapeutic support for those dealing with stress, anxiety, or mental health challenges.
  • Personal Assistant: Users leverage ChatGPT as a virtual assistant for tasks like scheduling appointments, making reservations, or finding relevant information online.

How To Use Chatgpt for a Beginner

Simply put, you just ask it what you want it to do or what you want to know. In search engine-based queries, i don’t need to explain, but what is really clever is the way you ask the question, what i mean is you can ask the same question but request the answer in a different tone.

When i Say.how to use chatgpt these are the simple steps:

  • go to chatgpt website
  • write your request in the chat bar being a specific or simplistic as you want
  • check the anwser
  • ask it to rewrite using your chosen parameters such as more words, different tone, simpler grammar etc.
  • copy your content ( using the copy command)
  • start a new chat or expand on the current one

Writing Poems

how to use chagpt. poem

see how changing the prompt changes the whole theme of the poem? Im not poet by any means but im sure you get what i mean.

how to use chatgpt. poems

Writing Job Applications

I’ve asked chatgpt to write me a fictitious job application cover letter, my point here is don’t be afraid to include as many details in your prompt as necessary, that way you’re more likely to the answer you want:

User

You

write me a job application letter to a company that fits windows. mention im a qualified astronaut, ive been to the moon, i play professional footballer for liverpool fc and i like to juggle chainsaws as a hobby

Dear [Recipient’s Name],

I am writing to express my interest in the [Position Title] position at [Fitting Windows Company Name], as advertised. With a diverse background and a keen interest in contributing to your esteemed company, I am confident in my ability to excel in this role.

As a qualified astronaut with experience in space exploration, I have developed exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail, both of which are crucial in ensuring precise and accurate installations. My time spent on the moon has instilled in me a deep appreciation for meticulous planning and execution, qualities that are directly transferable to the meticulous work of fitting windows.

Furthermore, my experience as a professional footballer for Liverpool FC has honed my teamwork and communication skills, allowing me to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients alike. I understand the importance of coordination and cooperation in achieving common goals, qualities that are invaluable in a team-oriented environment such as yours.

Outside of my professional achievements, I am an avid enthusiast of unconventional hobbies. One such hobby is juggling chainsaws, which requires a high level of concentration, coordination, and risk management—skills that translate seamlessly into tasks that demand precision and focus, such as window fitting.

I am drawn to [Fitting Windows Company Name] not only for its reputation for excellence but also for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. I am eager to bring my unique blend of skills and experiences to your team and contribute to the continued success of your company.

Enclosed is my resume, which provides additional details about my background and qualifications. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my skills align with the needs of your company in more detail. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to [Fitting Windows Company Name] and am available at your earliest convenience for an interview.

Yours sincerely,

[Your Name]

Now, for the record, unfortunately i don’t play for Liverpool !! but here you can see my point on being specific as possible, that way you’ll get the best answers for your query


Using Chatgpt

as you can see your recents chats are stored on the top lefthand side of the window, the current “emphasis” is on the last question, like the poem above you can make subtle or dramatic changes to same request, like asking it to rewrite using more words, a different tone or to omit something. To get chatgpt to start a new request click “new chat”


Crazy Prompts

Heres a list of some amusing prompts you could ask chatgpt to play out for a laugh:

  • “Write a conversation between two AI assistants, each representing a different technological era—one from the 1980s and one from the present day. How do their perspectives on technology, society, and humanity differ?”
  • “Imagine a world where humans have the ability to communicate with animals. Write a dialogue between a curious scientist who has just discovered this capability and a wise old elephant who has many tales to share.”
  • “In a society where emotions can be physically transferred from one person to another, explore a conversation between a renowned Emotion Broker who deals in the trade of emotions and a disillusioned individual seeking to understand the true nature of happiness.”
  • “Two time travelers accidentally meet in ancient Egypt. One is from the distant future, and the other is from a more recent era. As they try to navigate the complexities of time travel and their impact on history, what lessons do they learn about the interconnectedness of time?”
  • “Write a dialogue between a human who has just made first contact with an extraterrestrial visitor and the alien who has arrived on Earth seeking knowledge about human culture. What misunderstandings arise, and how do they overcome the barriers of language and perception?”

The above are for amusement only and believe me there is literally 1,000’s of things you could ask it just for a laugh even if it’s just a joke the world is yours, you can even ask it how to use chatgpt and cunt me out completely but remember, you won’t get my unique take on it that way!!!

is chatgpt free?

yes, for version 3.5 chatgpt4 {paid) is for more regular/commercial users

can i use it for school

Depends on what for, you’d probably get away with it for year 7 homework but i wouldn’t use it for exam coursework

can it write code?

yes it can create simple web pages, script and even full websites

can i have a conversation with it

definately, but dont take my word, ask chatgpt!!