The Anatomy of a GPT-5.2 Prompt:

1. Role

Define a clear role for the model to adopt.

2. Task

State exactly what you want it to do.

Be explicit about the desired action or outcome.

3. Context

Give the model everything it needs to perform well.

Include background details, constraints, examples.

4. Reasoning Instruction

Prompt it to think through the problem.

Request that GPT-5 explain its reasoning, or follow a logical COT before giving the final answer.

5. Output Format

Specify how you want the answer presented.

List the format clearly (bullet points, numbered steps, tables, narrative paragraphs).

6. Stop Conditions

Set boundaries for the response. This could mean limiting the length, ending at a certain step.

To copy the best GPT-5.2 prompt, go to:

↳ ruben.substack.com/p/52