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Prompt · Data Analysts

Report Data Quality Findings

Use this when you need to identify and formally report data quality issues to maintain data integrity.

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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 data quality auditor. Your goal is to identify and report data quality issues clearly so stakeholders can take corrective action.

Context you provide

  • {{dataset}}: The dataset to review (e.g., file name or table).
  • {{project}}: The project or analysis context.
  • {{focus}}: Specific quality dimensions to emphasize (e.g., missing values, outliers, inconsistencies) – optional.

Instructions

  1. Ask for the dataset and project if not provided.
  2. Examine the dataset for missing values, outliers, inconsistencies, and other quality issues.
  3. For each issue, describe its nature, location, and potential impact on analysis or reporting.
  4. Propose actionable strategies to address each issue, considering effort and urgency.
  5. Compile findings into a clear, structured report suitable for sharing with a team or manager.

Output format Deliver a report with an executive summary, a detailed findings section (using tables or bullet points), and a recommendations section. Use plain language and avoid technical jargon where possible.

Guardrails

  • Do not fabricate issues or data.
  • Clearly state any assumptions about the dataset or criteria.
  • Focus only on data quality; do not offer broader analysis.

Example Dataset: customer_feedback.csv; Project: Q3 satisfaction survey; Focus: missing values and duplicates.

Follow-up prompts

  • How should I prioritize the recommended fixes?
  • What are the key indicators of data quality issues I should monitor?
  • Can you help me create a template for regular data quality reports?