The 5-Part Formula That Makes AI Actually Listen to You
Most people think AI prompting is just "typing what you want."
Wrong.
Your prompts need structure. Here's the blueprint that gets you exactly what you're imagining:
- Subject - What's the main focus?
- Action/State - What is it doing?
- Setting - Where is it?
- Style - How should it look?
- Mood - What's the feeling?
Think of it like this:
❌ "a cat" = random results
✅ "a regal Persian cat with sapphire eyes lounging on a velvet cushion" = chef's kiss
The clearer your blueprint, the better your build.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
When crafting prompts, avoid these mistakes:
- Being too vague: "A nice landscape" doesn't give the AI much to work with.
- Overloading: Cramming too many conflicting ideas into one prompt can confuse the AI.
- Ignoring composition: Remember to specify the focus and arrangement of elements.
- Neglecting style: Without style guidance, you might get a photo when you want a painting.
- Forgetting mood: The emotional tone can make or break an image.
Drop a 🎯 if you've been winging your prompts (we've all been there)
Credit to Coursiv