You don’t need to be a computer expert to get something useful from ChatGPT. In fact, the best way to begin is with a small, everyday problem. Here are seven ideas you can try in a few minutes.
1. Turn a confusing letter into plain English
Ask ChatGPT to explain an everyday letter, list the important dates and suggest questions to ask. Remove private details first.
Explain this letter in plain Australian English. What is it asking me to do, and when? List anything I should check with the sender. Here is the text: [PASTE TEXT WITHOUT PERSONAL DETAILS]
2. Make dinner with what you already have
Instead of another supermarket run, start with the ingredients in your fridge.
I have [INGREDIENTS]. Suggest three simple meals for [NUMBER] people. Include steps, time needed and anything essential I am missing. Ask about allergies first.
3. Create a bedtime story starring your grandchild
A personalised story can make an ordinary evening feel special.
Write a five-minute bedtime story for a child aged [AGE] who loves [INTEREST]. Make them the hero, keep it gentle and funny, and end happily.
4. Get help writing an awkward email
You supply the facts and tone. AI helps you find the words.
Turn these rough notes into a short, polite Australian English email. Keep my meaning and don’t invent facts: [NOTES]
5. Practise using your phone
You can ask for step-by-step instructions without feeling rushed.
Explain how to [TASK] on my [IPHONE OR ANDROID]. Give me one short step at a time and wait for me to say ‘next’.
6. Prepare for an appointment
Organise questions beforehand so it’s easier to remember what matters.
Help me make a checklist of questions for an appointment about [TOPIC]. Ask what I want to understand, then sort my questions from most important to least important.
7. Make a rainy-day activity plan
Keep kids busy with games that use things you already own.
Suggest five indoor activities for children aged [AGES] using household items. We have [TIME] and a budget of [BUDGET]. Include setup and cleanup tips.
How to try one today
Choose one prompt above. Copy it, open ChatGPT, paste it into the message box and replace the words in [square brackets] with your details. You can ask follow-up questions like ‘Make that simpler’ or ‘Give me another idea’.
A quick note about privacy
Don’t paste passwords, financial account numbers, identifying information about children or sensitive documents without thinking carefully about privacy. ChatGPT can make mistakes, so verify important health, legal, money or official information with a suitable professional or trusted source.
Want more free ideas?
Our Free AI Resources library includes 12 ready-to-copy prompts for kids and grandkids, helping parents, everyday life and small business. No sign-up required. Start with one and see what happens.
Everyday AI Simplified helps everyday people use AI with confidence, one useful task at a time.
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