Technique · Role prompting
Tell the AI Who to Be
Give the AI a role. Get a different view. Check the facts anyway.
Role prompting tells an AI who to be before it answers. A role can change the viewpoint, tone, and format of the reply.
About this guide
- Author
- Adam Bloom
- Part of
- Prompt Library
- Last updated
- 2026-11-10
- Last reviewed
- 2026-11-10
Role Patterns
| Pattern | What It Does | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Role Definition – Simple | One expert answers your question in a short, direct reply. | Simple |
| Role Definition – Intermediate | One expert answers in a set order, with a focus you choose. | Intermediate |
| Role Definition – Advanced | One expert with a situation and ranked priorities, who argues the other side. | Advanced |
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