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How to Ask AI Questions

Learn the RTCFE method to get better answers

Talk Better with AI

Good questions get good answers. Learn the RTCFE method to ask AI clearly and get what you want.

🎯 The RTCFE Framework

R

Role

Tell AI who to be - teacher, helper, expert

T

Task

Say what you want AI to do

C

Context

Give background info and details

F

Format

Say how you want the answer

E

Examples

Show AI what you want with examples

📝 Bad vs Good Examples

❌ Bad Question
"Write me an email."
✅ Good Question (RTCFE)
Role: You are an email writing expert.
Task: Write an email about our new app.
Context: For busy workers who need help with time.
Format: Short email with clear action.
Example: Use friendly tone like "Save 2 hours every day..."

💡 Pro Prompting Tips

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Be Specific with Roles

Instead of "expert," try "senior marketing manager with 10 years B2B experience"

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Rich Context

Include audience, constraints, goals, and any relevant background

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Clear Formatting

Specify length, structure, tone, and output style

Quality Examples

Show 1-2 examples of the style or format you want

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Iterate & Refine

Use follow-up prompts to refine and improve outputs