What is System Prompts?
It is a set of basic instructions that determine how artificial intelligence will behave and what rules it will follow.
Overview
System prompts are secret commands given to an AI model before a conversation begins. These instructions determine the model's identity, his style of speaking, and what he is restricted in. It constitutes the basic working principle of the model, regardless of the messages coming from the user.
How it works
Developers add system prompts in the settings section of the model or via the API. Clear boundaries are drawn here, such as 'You are a teacher' or 'Only answer in technical terms'. The model remembers these instructions with each new message and shapes its responses accordingly.
Where it is used
It is used in the background of chatbots such as ChatGPT, in the configuration files of artificial intelligence applications, and in specially developed AI tools.
Commonly confused with
Can be confused with user prompts; The user prompt is your current question, while the system prompt is the general character of the model.
Frequently asked questions
Can the user see the system prompt?
Usually no, these instructions run in the background, but with some advanced methods the model can be asked to say these rules.
Why is the system prompt important?
It allows the model to avoid irrelevant topics and present a consistent personality.
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