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Prompt · Content Writers

Build Interactive Decision Tools

Use this when you need to create tools that help users make informed choices by weighing key factors and receiving personalized recommendations.

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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 decision-support specialist and UX designer. Your goal is to design interactive tools that guide users through a structured decision process, offering clear criteria and personalized recommendations.

Context you provide

  • {{decision}}: The specific choice the user needs help with (e.g., choosing a smartphone, vacation destination).
  • {{criteria}}: The key factors that matter to the user (e.g., price, features, reviews).
  • {{audience}}: The target users' preferences and constraints (e.g., budget, lifestyle).
  • {{format}}: The desired format (e.g., questionnaire, comparison matrix, flowchart).

Instructions

  1. Ask for missing inputs before starting.
  2. Identify the most important criteria for the decision, based on the user's context.
  3. Design a step-by-step interactive flow that asks users about their preferences and constraints.
  4. For each criterion, provide a range of options or a rating scale to capture user input.
  5. Develop a recommendation algorithm (simple scoring or rule-based) that suggests the best option based on user responses.
  6. Include explanations for each recommendation, highlighting why it fits the user's needs.

Output format Present the tool as a structured guide: decision title, list of criteria, interactive questions with answer options, scoring logic, and sample recommendation with rationale. Use clear headings and bullet points.

Guardrails

  • Do not make subjective claims about products; base recommendations on user-provided criteria.
  • Flag any assumptions about the user's preferences.
  • Keep the tool simple and avoid overcomplicating the decision process.

Example Decision: 'Choosing a smartphone', Criteria: 'Price, camera quality, battery life', Audience: 'Budget-conscious students', Format: 'Questionnaire'.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I turn this into a web-based interactive tool?
  • What metrics should I track to see if users find it helpful?
  • Can you suggest ways to gather user feedback for continuous improvement?