ChatGPT Overexplaining Simple Things? Get Concise AI Explanations
Stop ChatGPT from over-explaining obvious concepts with level-appropriate communication and conciseness instructions.
Stop ChatGPT from over-explaining obvious concepts with level-appropriate communication and conciseness instructions. This comprehensive guide will walk you through exactly why this happens and proven techniques to fix it permanently.
Why overexplaining simple things Happens
Understanding the root cause helps you prevent this issue in the future. Here are the main reasons:
- AI assuming low knowledge level
- Defaulting to comprehensive explanations
- Lack of audience specification
- Maximally informative training
How This Problem Shows Up
You'll typically notice this issue when your AI feels unreliable or frustrating to work with. Common symptoms include:
- Explaining obvious concepts
- Unnecessarily detailed explanations
- Talking down to users
- Excessive background information
Common Mistakes Users Make
These common pitfalls often make the problem worse. Avoid these to get better results:
❌ Vague Instructions
"Write about AI" instead of "Write a 500-word article about AI for small business owners"
❌ No Context Provided
Assuming the AI knows your background, expertise level, or specific requirements
❌ Single Prompt Approach
Using one prompt when you need multiple iterations or different techniques
Step-by-Step Fix
Follow these proven steps to resolve the issue systematically:
- 1Specify knowledge level clearly
- 2Request appropriate detail level
- 3Focus on relevant information only
- 4Use audience-appropriate language
Best Prompt to Fix This Issue
Copy and paste this proven prompt template to get reliable results every time:
Explain this to someone with [EXPERIENCE LEVEL] knowledge. Assume they understand [BASIC CONCEPTS] but need help with [SPECIFIC AREAS]. Be concise but thorough: [QUESTION]
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