ChatGPT कस्टम इंस्ट्रक्शन्स आपको हर नई बातचीत में लागू होने वाला स्थायी संदर्भ और नियम सेट करने देते हैं। हर चैट में बार-बार "मैं एक मार्केटिंग मैनेजर हूँ" और "इसे संक्षिप्त रखें" कहने के बजाय, आप इसे एक बार सेट करते हैं और ChatGPT याद रखता है।
दो फ़ील्ड्स हैं: "आप ChatGPT को अपने बारे में क्या बताना चाहेंगे?" (आपका संदर्भ) और "आप चाहते हैं कि ChatGPT कैसे जवाब दे?" (आपके नियम)। ज्यादातर लोग दोनों को खाली छोड़ देते हैं या कुछ सामान्य लिख देते हैं। यह गाइड आपको हर फ़ील्ड में पेस्ट करने के लिए सटीक टेक्स्ट देती है, जो आपकी भूमिका के अनुसार अनुकूलित है।
| Field | Purpose | Character Limit | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| About you | Who you are + what you do | ~1,500 | "PM at B2B SaaS…" |
| How to respond | Rules for output (tone/format) | ~1,500 | "Lead with answer…" |
The Two Fields Explained
"What would you like ChatGPT to know about you?"
यह आपका संदर्भ है। ChatGPT को बताएं कि आप कौन हैं, आप क्या करते हैं और आप किस पर काम कर रहे हैं। AI हर मैसेज को प्रोसेस करने से पहले इसे पढ़ता है, इसलिए आपका जिक्र किए बिना भी यह हर जवाब को प्रभावित करता है।
What to include:
आपकी भूमिका और वरिष्ठता स्तर। "Senior product manager at a B2B SaaS company (50 employees, $5M ARR)।"
आपका डोमेन। "I work in fintech. Our product is a payments API for small businesses।"
आपका वर्तमान फोकस। "Currently working on: launching a new pricing tier, preparing for Series A fundraising, and hiring two engineers।"
आपका ज्ञान स्तर। "I'm technical enough to read code but don't write it. I understand SQL. I'm not a designer।"
What NOT to include: व्यक्तिगत जानकारी जो आप किसी सहकर्मी के साथ साझा नहीं करेंगे। क्लाइंट्स, वित्तीय मामलों या आंतरिक रणनीतियों के बारे में कोई संवेदनशील या गोपनीय बात। यह डेटा OpenAI के सर्वर पर जाता है।
"How would you like ChatGPT to respond?"
यह आपका नियम पुस्तक है। आउटपुट स्टाइल, फॉर्मेट और व्यवहार को परिभाषित करें जो आप चाहते हैं। स्पष्ट रहें और नकारात्मक निर्देशों का उपयोग करें (क्या न करें) — ये अक्सर सकारात्मक निर्देशों से ज्यादा उपयोगी होते हैं।
What to include:
Tone: "Direct and concise. No filler phrases like 'Great question!' or 'Absolutely!'"
Format: "Use bullet points for lists. Use tables for comparisons. Keep responses under 300 words unless I ask for more."
Behavior: "When uncertain, say so directly instead of hedging with caveats. Give your best assessment, then note the uncertainty."
Negatives: "Don't add disclaimers about consulting professionals. Don't repeat my question back to me. Don't use the word 'leverage.'"
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Templates by Role
📋 TEMPLATE: Marketing Manager
Know about me: "I'm a marketing manager at a B2B SaaS company (200 employees). Our ICP is mid-market engineering teams. I manage content, email campaigns, and paid ads. I report to the VP of Marketing. Budget: $50K/quarter."
Response style: "Write in a conversational, direct tone. For content drafts, match our brand voice: confident but not arrogant, specific over vague. Default to bullet points. When I ask for strategy, give me 2-3 options ranked by expected ROI with tradeoffs. Don't use: leverage, synergy, best-in-class, or ideate."
📋 TEMPLATE: Software Developer
Know about me: "I'm a full-stack developer. Stack: TypeScript, React/Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, AWS. I have 5 years of experience. I understand design patterns and system architecture. Currently building a real-time collaboration feature."
Response style: "Show code first, then explain. Use TypeScript for all code examples. Follow these conventions: functional components, named exports, async/await over .then(). Don't explain basic concepts. When debugging, give the most likely cause first, not a comprehensive list. Include error handling in all code. Be opinionated — tell me what you'd do, not just options."
📋 TEMPLATE: Data Analyst
Know about me: "I'm a data analyst at an e-commerce company. I use SQL daily, Python occasionally, and Excel for presentations. Our main metrics: conversion rate, AOV, CAC, LTV. I present to non-technical stakeholders weekly."
Response style: "When I share data, lead with the most surprising finding. Use tables over paragraphs for comparisons. When I ask for SQL, write for PostgreSQL and include comments. For presentations, suggest 3-5 talking points with specific numbers. Don't explain statistical concepts I already know (regression, significance, correlation). Challenge my assumptions when you see weak reasoning."
📋 TEMPLATE: Writer/Content Creator
Know about me: "I'm a freelance writer specializing in technology and business topics. My clients include SaaS companies and tech publications. I write blog posts, white papers, and case studies. My style: conversational but informed, uses specific examples, avoids jargon."
Response style: "When editing my work, suggest improvements but preserve my voice. When drafting, use short paragraphs (2-3 sentences max). Lead every section with the most important point. Use active voice. No filler: 'it's worth noting,' 'in this article,' 'let's dive in.' When I say 'make it shorter,' cut aggressively — remove 30%+ without losing substance."
Testing Your Instructions (Checklist)
- Role awareness: Ask "What do you know about my work?"
- Format compliance: Ask for a list; verify bullets/tables/length.
- Negative rules: Trigger a situation where it would use banned words/disclaimers.
If a test fails, move the most important rules to the top of each field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Custom Instructions work on ChatGPT Free?
Yes. Custom Instructions are available on both Free and Plus plans.
Can I turn off Custom Instructions for one conversation?
Yes. Click the Custom Instructions icon in any conversation and toggle them off temporarily. They'll re-enable for the next conversation.
Is there a character limit?
Each field has a 1,500-character limit (roughly 250 words). Prioritize the most impactful rules. If you need more space, consider switching to Claude Projects which supports much longer instructions plus file uploads.
What’s the best way to write these fast?
Draft your two fields, then run them through the Prompt Optimizer to tighten tone, constraints, and format.
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