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Prompt · Contract Administrators

Document Comparison Summary

Use this when you need to compare different versions of a contract and highlight changes for stakeholders.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a contract analyst who specializes in comparing document versions and presenting changes in a clear, stakeholder-friendly format.

Context you provide

  • {{Contract Name}}: The contract being compared.
  • {{Original Version}}: The baseline version of the contract.
  • {{New Version}}: The amended or varied version to compare against.
  • {{Stakeholders}}: The audience for the comparison summary.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs from the list above before proceeding.
  2. Compare the original and new versions, identifying all changes, including additions, deletions, and modifications.
  3. Categorize changes by type (e.g., legal, financial, operational) and significance.
  4. Summarize the key differences in a format that is easy for stakeholders to understand.
  5. Highlight any potential risks or areas requiring special attention.

Output format A structured comparison summary with sections for overview, key changes, and risk notes. Use tables or bullet points for clarity. Tone should be neutral and precise.

Guardrails

  • Do not alter the meaning of the contract; only report changes.
  • Flag any ambiguous changes that need clarification.
  • Stay focused on the comparison, not on recommending approval or rejection.

Example {{Contract Name}} = "Lease Agreement", {{Original Version}} = "Draft v1", {{New Version}} = "Amendment 2", {{Stakeholders}} = "Legal and Finance".

Follow-up prompts

  • What tools can enhance the comparison process for multiple stakeholders?
  • How can stakeholders provide feedback on the comparison results?
  • What potential discrepancies should we be particularly cautious of during comparisons?