7 Ways New Writers can use the power of ChatGPT effectively
Published by MM Ryan 6/14/2023
As a blogger, I love ChatGPT, not to write my articles for me, but to complete the same internet research in a minute, that would take me an entire day.
The results from my AI chats, are more thorough then I’d produce myself, because I’d get tired of going through all the different sites, and would be forced to stop gathering information, because I’d need to get the blog written.
They say one can use it to write a book, but as a fiction writer, I wouldn’t try it, as it can’t read my imagination. However, once we’ve done the hard work of putting our ideas on the page, ChatGPT is a valuable tool to enhance our writing. Most of the online tools I use, like Grammarly are simply AI tools.
Below I’ve provided the instructions for getting started with ChatGPT and 7 ways you can use it to assist with your writing.
How to use ChatGPT
- In your browser, type chat.openai.com, then log in or sign up (it's free).
- Type your prompt in the Send a message box on the ChatGPT home page.
- Once ChatGPT spits out a response, you have a handful of options: Enter a new prompt. Regenerate the response. Copy the response. Like or dislike the response.
ChatGPT can be highly beneficial for new writers in the following ways:
1. Writing prompts and inspiration: ChatGPT can provide new writers with creative writing prompts and ideas to help overcome writer's block or to inspire your writing projects.
2. Feedback and editing assistance: New writers can share their writing by chatting with ChatGPT and get feedback. It can help identify areas for improvement, suggest alternative phrasing or word choices, and provide grammar and punctuation corrections. You must pay attention an choose to accept or ignore the advice. The more specific your prompts, the better and more applicable your results.
3. Grammar and language support: ChatGPT can assist by answering questions about grammar rules, usage, and vocabulary.
4. Idea development and structure: ChatGPT can help new writers brainstorm and develop ideas by engaging in conversation and discussing their story or topic.
5. Research assistance: ChatGPT can provide information and answer questions on various topics to gather background knowledge,and fact-check your writing
6. Writing style exploration: It can emulate different writing styles or voices upon request. Conversing with ChatGPT can be useful for new writers in experimenting with different genres, tones, or perspectives.
7. Learning resource: ChatGPT can act as a virtual writing mentor or guide for new writers. By observing how it constructs responses and engages in conversation, you can learn from its patterns and techniques, improving your writing skills over time.
While ChatGPT can provide valuable assistance as you produce your work, new writers still need to seek feedback from human editors, join writing communities, and continue practicing to further refine their skills.
Please contact me for a free consultation if you’d like help working with ChatGPT, or writing assistance in general.
I’ve created a free downloadable list of useful ChatGPT prompts for new writers that you can use to start playing with this fun, free and powerful resource.
Happy Writing.