How to Write Prompts in an Easy Way
The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Mastering AI for Images, Videos, Content, and More
Copyright © 2025 by Sujit Kumar Goswami
All Rights Reserved | Published 2025, Kolkata, India.
Introduction: Your Personal Guide to Talking with AI
Have you ever felt a surge of excitement, opened up a new AI tool, typed in what you thought was a brilliant idea... and gotten back something completely weird and useless? If so, you're not alone. It's a common frustration, and it makes many people think AI is just not that smart. But I'm here to tell you a secret: the AI is incredibly smart. It’s like a genius artist, a master writer, and a brilliant coder all rolled into one. The problem isn't the AI; it's the way we talk to it.
Think of AI as your own personal genie. If you vaguely rub the lamp and mumble, "I wish for... stuff," you're going to be disappointed. But if you clearly and confidently state, "I wish for a chest of gold coins, minted in the 17th century, overflowing with pirate treasure," you get exactly what you wanted. Those clear instructions are **prompts**.
This book is your guide to becoming a master "wish-maker." We're going to break down the art of prompting into simple, human-friendly steps. Forget the complex jargon. We'll use analogies, real-world examples, and easy-to-follow formulas that anyone can understand. By the end of this journey, you'll be able to confidently translate any idea from your mind into a stunning creation with the help of AI.
Chapter 1: Crafting a Masterpiece: Prompts for AI Images
This is where the magic truly begins. AI image generation is like having a private artist who can paint anything you can describe. The more vivid your description, the more breathtaking the art. You need to become an art director, telling your artist exactly what to do.
The Core Idea: Paint a Picture with Words
An AI doesn't "see" a cat. It understands a collection of concepts: "furry," "whiskers," "pointy ears," "four legs." Your job is to provide as many rich concepts as possible. A great image prompt is a recipe with several key ingredients.
The Golden Formula for Images
(Art Style) + (Subject & Description) + (Setting & Action) + (Composition & Lighting) + (Quality Boosters)
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
an astronaut
Why it fails: This is too vague. Is the astronaut male or female? Floating in space or on Mars? Is it a photo or a cartoon? The AI has to guess, and its guess will be generic. - Good Prompt:
A vibrant digital painting of a female astronaut with a determined expression, planting a flag on the red, dusty surface of Mars. The Earth is a small blue marble in the dark, star-filled sky behind her. Cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, highly detailed, trending on ArtStation.
Why it works: We told the AI everything! The style (digital painting), the subject (female astronaut), the action (planting a flag), the setting (Mars with Earth in view), the lighting (cinematic), and a quality booster (trending on ArtStation) to guide its style.
ugly, deformed hands, extra fingers, poorly drawn. This helps clean up your results significantly!
Chapter 2: Lights, Camera, Prompt! Creating AI Videos
If image prompting is like directing a photoshoot, video prompting is like directing a movie scene. You're not just describing a static moment; you're describing motion, time, and camera work. It's a little more complex, but the results can be mind-blowing.
The Core Idea: Describe the Action Over Time
The most important new ingredient for video is describing movement. What happens from the start of the clip to the end? Is something growing, moving, changing, or transforming? You need to think like a film director.
The Director's Formula for Video
A video of (Subject) + (Clear description of action/motion) + (Camera movement & angle) + (Style, Mood, & Lighting)
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
a forest
Why it fails: This gives the AI no information about movement. It might create a shaky, static-like video of trees. - Good Prompt:
A hyper-realistic 4K video, drone shot flying smoothly forward through a misty, ancient redwood forest. Beams of sunlight break through the canopy, creating a magical and serene atmosphere. The camera moves slowly and steadily.
Why it works: We specified the camera movement ("drone shot flying smoothly forward"), the environment ("misty, ancient redwood forest"), the lighting ("beams of sunlight"), and the mood ("magical and serene"). Now the AI knows exactly what to create.
Chapter 3: The AI Songwriter: Prompts for Lyrics and Music
Feeling like a rockstar but the words just aren't coming? AI can be your secret co-writer. It's fantastic at brainstorming lyrics, suggesting themes, and even mimicking the style of your favorite artists. The key is to set the stage and define the emotion.
The Core Idea: Be the Music Producer
You need to tell the AI the genre, the mood, the story of the song, and even the structure. The more context you provide, the less generic the lyrics will be. Think about the story you want the song to tell.
The Songwriter's Formula
Act as a (Genre) songwriter in the style of (Artist/Band). Write lyrics for a song about (Theme/Story). The mood is (Mood). The structure should be (Verse-Chorus-Bridge, etc.). Include these specific words or ideas: (Keywords).
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
write a sad song
Why it fails: "Sad" is too broad. Is it sad about a breakup? A loss? A rainy day? The AI will produce clichéd lyrics. - Good Prompt:
Act as a country songwriter in the style of Johnny Cash. Write lyrics for a sad, reflective song about an old man sitting on his porch, looking back at his life's regrets and the love he lost. The mood is melancholic but peaceful. It should have two verses, a repeating chorus, and a final, reflective bridge. Use the imagery of a "dusty guitar" and a "faded photograph."
Why it works: We defined the persona (Johnny Cash), the story (old man's regrets), the mood (melancholic but peaceful), the structure, and specific imagery. The result will be a powerful, narrative-driven song.
Chapter 4: Building the Future: Prompts for Tools & Websites
This is where things get really practical. You can use AI to write actual code for you, creating simple tools and web pages without being a pro developer. The absolute most important rule here is: be incredibly specific. A computer needs exact instructions.
The Core Idea: Act as a Project Manager
You are giving a task to a junior developer. You need to clearly define the input, the process, and the output. Every feature, every button, every piece of text should be described.
The Developer's Formula
Act as an expert developer. Create the code for a (Tool Name & Description). It must have these features: (List all features). The user will input (Input). The tool will output (Output). Use (Languages: HTML, CSS, JS). Provide all the code in a single, copyable block.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
make me a website
Why it fails: This is like telling a builder "make me a house." It's impossible without details. - Good Prompt:
Act as an expert web developer. Create the complete code for a "Simple Tip Calculator" tool using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, all in one file. The interface must have: 1) an input field for the bill amount, 2) buttons for 10%, 15%, and 20% tip, 3) an input field for the number of people to split the bill. When a tip percentage is clicked, it should instantly display the tip amount and the total bill. When the number of people is changed, it should show the total per person. Style it with a clean, modern blue and white theme.
Why it works: Every single element and function is described in detail. The AI now has a clear blueprint to follow.
Chapter 5: The Ultimate Writing Assistant: Prompts for Any Content
From blog posts to emails to social media captions, AI can save you hours of writing time. The secret to getting high-quality written content is to give your AI a personality, a purpose, and a target audience. I call this the "Persona" method.
The Core Idea: Give Your AI a Job Title
Don't just ask it to "write about marketing." Instead, tell it: "Act as a friendly and knowledgeable marketing expert." This simple trick frames the AI's entire response, changing its tone, vocabulary, and style.
The Content Creator's Formula
Act as a (Persona/Role). Write a (Format: blog post, email, etc.) for an audience of (Audience). The topic is (Topic). The tone should be (Tone: witty, professional, empathetic, etc.). Please cover these key points: (List of points).
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
write a blog post about coffee
Why it fails: This will produce a generic, encyclopedia-style article. It has no personality or target reader. - Good Prompt:
Act as a passionate, quirky coffee connoisseur. Write a 500-word blog post for an audience of coffee beginners. The title should be "Your First Step Beyond Instant Coffee: A Beginner's Guide to French Press." The tone should be enthusiastic and encouraging, not snobby. Please cover these points: 1) Why French press is great for beginners, 2) A simple list of what they'll need, 3) A step-by-step brewing guide.
Why it works: The AI now has a character to play (quirky connoisseur), a clear audience (beginners), a specific topic, a helpful tone, and a defined structure. The result will be a useful and engaging article.
Chapter 6: Hot Off the Press: Prompts for News Articles
Need to summarize an event or create a factual report? AI can act as a journalist. For this task, the key is to guide it towards neutrality, facts, and a classic news structure known as the "Inverted Pyramid."
The Core Idea: The Inverted Pyramid
This means you put the most important information first (Who, What, When, Where, Why). Then, you follow with supporting details, background context, and finally, the least critical information. Your prompt should encourage this structure.
The Journalist's Formula
Act as a neutral journalist. Write a news article about (Event). Start with a summary lede answering the 5 Ws (Who, What, When, Where, Why). Then, provide more details and background context. Include a fictional quote from a relevant expert, like a "(Expert's Title)". Maintain a formal, objective tone.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
write about the new phone launch
Why it fails: This might produce an opinionated review or a marketing piece, not a news article. - Good Prompt:
Act as a neutral tech journalist for a major news wire. Write a 400-word news article about the global launch of the new 'Pixel 10' smartphone by Google today. Your lede should summarize the key features and price. Follow up with details on the new camera system and AI features. Include a fictional quote from a tech analyst, "Maria Chen," about its market impact. The tone must be strictly objective and factual.
Why it works: We specified the persona (neutral journalist), the event (Pixel 10 launch), the structure (lede first), the content (camera, AI), and a source for a quote. This ensures a professional news format.
Chapter 7: In the Zone: Prompts for Sports News
Writing about sports requires a different energy than standard news. It's about capturing the excitement, the drama, and the key moments of a game. You want your AI to sound less like a dry reporter and more like an enthusiastic commentator.
The Core Idea: Action, Emotion, and Key Players
Your prompt should focus on dynamic, action-oriented language. You also need to guide the AI to highlight the pivotal plays and star performers that defined the outcome of the match.
The Sports Commentator's Formula
Act as an energetic sports journalist. Write an exciting game summary of the (Sport) match between (Team 1) and (Team 2). The final score was (Score). The tone must be dynamic and thrilling. Focus on the key turning points of the game, such as (mention a specific play or moment). Highlight the standout performance of (Player's Name). Include a fictional victory quote from the winning team's coach.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
India vs Pakistan cricket match report
Why it fails: Too dry. The AI doesn't know the score, the key players, or the required tone. - Good Prompt:
Act as an energetic sports journalist for a cricket news website. Write an exciting 500-word game summary of the thrilling T20 World Cup final between India and Pakistan, where India won on the last ball. The final score was India 185/7 defeating Pakistan's 184/8. The tone must be dynamic and full of tension. Focus on the key turning point: the two sixes hit by the final batsman in the last over. Highlight the "Man of the Match" performance by the fast bowler who took 4 wickets. Include a fictional celebration quote from the Indian captain.
Why it works: It's packed with specifics: the teams, the context (World Cup final), the score, the tone, the exact turning point, the star player, and a request for a quote. The result will be a much more engaging read.
Chapter 8: Your AI Health Advisor: Prompts for Health Information
AI can be an incredible tool for learning about health and wellness, breaking down complex topics into simple terms. However, this is one area where we must be extremely careful. The AI is NOT a doctor.
The Core Idea: Educate, Don't Diagnose. And ALWAYS Disclaim.
Your goal should be to get general educational information, not personalized medical advice. The most important part of any health-related prompt is to command the AI to include a disclaimer telling the reader to consult a real healthcare professional.
The Health Educator's Formula
Act as a clear and responsible health educator. Write an easy-to-understand article about (Health Topic). The audience is the general public with no medical background. Explain (Sub-Topic 1), (Sub-Topic 2), and (Sub-Topic 3). Use simple language and analogies. **Crucially, end the entire article with a bolded disclaimer stating that this information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.**
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
what should I do for my headache?
Why it's dangerous: This asks for a diagnosis and treatment plan, which an AI is not qualified to give. - Good Prompt:
Act as a responsible health writer. Write a simple, easy-to-understand article explaining the common types of headaches (e.g., tension, migraine, cluster). For each type, briefly describe its general symptoms. The audience is the general public. Use simple analogies to explain the concepts. **At the end, you must include this bolded disclaimer: "Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or before making any health decisions."**
Why it works: It asks for general, educational information, not advice. Most importantly, it forces the AI to include a safety disclaimer, which is a non-negotiable step for this category.
Chapter 9: Bollywood and Beyond: Prompts for Hindi Movie Info
Want to settle a debate with a friend about a movie, or just need a quick plot summary? AI is a massive database of film knowledge. You can ask it for plots, cast lists, trivia, and more. The trick is to ask for specific pieces of information to get a well-structured answer.
The Core Idea: Ask for a Fact Sheet
Instead of a vague question, ask the AI to provide information in clear categories. This helps organize the output and ensures you get all the details you're looking for.
The Film Buff's Formula
Act as a Bollywood film encyclopedia. Provide a detailed fact sheet for the Hindi movie "(Movie Title)" released in (Year). Please structure your response with the following headings: 1. Plot Summary, 2. Main Cast and Characters, 3. Director, 4. Music Director, 5. Three Interesting Trivia Facts.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
tell me about the movie Sholay
Why it fails: You might get a long, rambling essay. It's not structured for quick information. - Good Prompt:
Act as a Bollywood film encyclopedia. Provide a detailed fact sheet for the classic Hindi movie "Sholay" (1975). Please organize the information under these specific headings: 1. A concise Plot Summary, 2. Main Cast (including Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Amjad Khan) and their characters, 3. The Director, 4. The Music Director, and 5. Three fascinating pieces of trivia about the film's difficult production or its cultural impact.
Why it works: By providing the exact headings, you force the AI to give you a clean, organized, and easy-to-read summary with all the key information you wanted.
Chapter 10: Cracking the Code: Prompts for Math & Science (STEM)
Stuck on a tricky homework problem? AI can be a lifesaver, but not if you just use it to cheat. The smart way to use AI for STEM is to ask it to be your personal tutor—to show you the "how," not just the "what."
The Core Idea: Demand a Step-by-Step Explanation
The goal is to learn the process. A prompt that asks the AI to "think step by step" or "explain the process" is far more valuable than one that just asks for the final answer. This forces the AI to break down its logic.
The Tutor's Formula
Act as an expert (Math/Physics/Chemistry) teacher. I need help with the following problem. Please solve it and provide a clear, step-by-step explanation for each part of the solution. First, state the formula you will use, then show how you apply it. Problem: [Paste the full problem here].
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
What is x if 2x + 10 = 20?
Why it fails: It gives you the answer (x=5) but teaches you nothing. - Good Prompt:
Act as a friendly math tutor. I need help solving the algebra equation 2x + 10 = 20. Please explain how to find the value of x with a clear, step-by-step process. Explain the goal (isolating 'x') and show each step of your work, explaining what you are doing at each stage (e.g., "First, we subtract 10 from both sides...").
Why it works: This prompt turns the AI into a teacher. It forces it to explain the *logic* behind the solution, which is how real learning happens. You understand the method and can apply it to future problems.
Chapter 11: A Spiritual Spark: Prompts for Devotional Articles
Whether for personal reflection or for sharing with a community, AI can help craft articles that are inspiring and thoughtful. For this kind of writing, the tone and perspective are everything. You need to guide the AI's "voice" to be one of warmth, wisdom, and reverence.
The Core Idea: Set the Tone and Philosophical Framework
The prompt must specify the emotional tone (e.g., calming, uplifting, contemplative) and the spiritual or philosophical lens through which to view the topic (e.g., Vedanta, Buddhism, Christian grace, Stoicism).
The Spiritual Guide's Formula
Act as a gentle and wise spiritual writer. Write a short, reflective article (around 400 words) on the theme of (Theme, e.g., 'forgiveness', 'letting go', 'finding inner peace'). Your writing should be inspired by the principles of (Spiritual Tradition, e.g., 'the Bhagavad Gita', 'Buddhist mindfulness'). The tone should be empathetic, calm, and inspiring. Use a simple analogy to explain the core idea. Conclude with a positive affirmation or a gentle question for the reader to ponder.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
write about peace
Why it fails: This is too abstract. It will likely produce generic, clichéd sentences about peace. - Good Prompt:
Act as a wise spiritual teacher in the tradition of Advaita Vedanta. Write a short, 400-word article on the theme of "finding peace within." Explain the concept that peace is not something to be found outside, but is our true nature. Use the analogy of the sky, which is always present and peaceful, even when clouds (our thoughts) pass through it. The tone should be calm, reassuring, and profound. Conclude with the affirmation: "I am the silent sky, not the passing clouds."
Why it works: By setting the specific philosophical framework (Advaita Vedanta), the core theme, a powerful analogy (sky and clouds), and a concluding affirmation, you give the AI a rich and deep context to draw from, resulting in a much more meaningful article.
Chapter 12: Traveling Through Time: Prompts for Historical Articles
History is a vast collection of stories. AI can be your personal historian, summarizing complex events or providing details on specific figures. The key to a good historical prompt is to provide focus. Don't ask for "the history of Rome"; ask for a specific aspect of it.
The Core Idea: Be a Documentary Director. Choose Your Angle.
A good history documentary doesn't try to cover everything. It has a specific focus or thesis. Your prompt should do the same. Are you interested in the causes, the consequences, the key people, or the daily life during that period?
The Historian's Formula
Act as an engaging history professor. Write a detailed summary of the historical event: (Event). Your summary must specifically focus on (The Angle, e.g., 'the economic causes', 'the role of women', 'the long-term technological impact'). The tone should be educational but also captivating, like a good storyteller. Please ensure key dates and figures are accurate.
Bad Prompt vs. Good Prompt: A Deeper Look
- Bad Prompt:
write about the Mughal Empire
Why it fails: This is a topic spanning centuries! The AI will produce a shallow, book-report-style summary that covers nothing in depth. - Good Prompt:
Act as an engaging history professor specializing in the Mughal Empire. Write a 600-word article that focuses specifically on the architectural legacy of the emperor Shah Jahan. Discuss the key features of Mughal architecture during his reign, using the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort as primary examples. Explain how these structures blended Persian, Indian, and Islamic styles. The tone should be educational yet full of wonder for these masterpieces.
Why it works: We gave the AI a specific ruler (Shah Jahan), a specific focus (architecture), primary examples (Taj Mahal), and a clear angle (blending of styles). This allows the AI to go deep instead of wide, producing a much more interesting and informative article.
Conclusion: Your Journey as a Prompt Engineer
And there we have it! You've journeyed through the core principles of talking to AI, and you're now equipped with the tools to create almost anything you can imagine. From a single line of text, you can now generate art, video, code, music, and a world of written content.
Think of this book as your first phrasebook for a new country. You've learned the essential greetings, how to ask for directions, and how to order from a menu. But the real fluency comes from practice. The most important thing you can do now is to go out and *talk*. Experiment. Be playful. Change one word in a prompt and see how it dramatically alters the result. Combine formulas from different chapters. What happens if you ask for "a song about a historical event in the style of a news report"? The possibilities are endless.
The future isn't just coming; we are all building it together, one prompt at a time. You are no longer just a user of technology; you are a creator, a director, and a collaborator with one of the most powerful tools ever invented. Go on, the blank canvas awaits.
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Hello! I'm Sujit Kumar Goswami, the creator behind this guide and the various tech blogs you'll see linked here. My journey into the digital world has always been driven by a simple curiosity: "How does this stuff work, and how can I make it work for me?" From SEO to web tools, I've spent years exploring and simplifying complex topics.
When Artificial Intelligence became accessible to everyone, I saw the same pattern of confusion I'd seen elsewhere. Brilliant people were getting frustrated because they couldn't get the AI to understand their vision. I realized the problem wasn't the technology—it was the communication gap. This e-book is my effort to bridge that gap. My goal isn't just to show you what buttons to press, but to help you think like a "prompt engineer," to translate the incredible ideas in your head into clear, effective instructions that an AI can bring to life. This project is for the curious, the creators, the students, and the professionals who want to stop being passive users and start being active creators in this new AI-powered world. Thank you for joining me on this exciting journey!
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