Instruction Prompt

Antoni Kozelski
CEO & Co-founder
July 3, 2025
Glossary Category

Instruction Prompt is a specific type of prompt that provides explicit, direct commands or guidelines to AI models, clearly specifying the desired task, output format, and behavioral expectations. This prompting technique uses imperative language to communicate precise requirements, often beginning with action verbs such as “analyze,” “generate,” “summarize,” or “classify” to establish clear task boundaries. Instruction prompts typically include task descriptions, success criteria, formatting requirements, and constraint specifications that guide model behavior toward intended outcomes. The approach maximizes response accuracy by eliminating ambiguity and providing structured guidance that AI systems can follow systematically. Advanced instruction prompts incorporate conditional logic, multi-step processes, and quality checkpoints to ensure comprehensive task completion. This technique proves particularly effective for complex workflows, professional applications, and scenarios requiring consistent, predictable outputs across multiple interactions.