Study Prompts - AI Study Prompt Library for Students

Free study prompt library for students. Copy ready-to-use study prompts for ChatGPT Study mode, Claude, and Gemini. Find study prompts for exam prep, essay writing, note-taking, problem-solving, and concept learning. Use these AI study prompts to improve your grades.

Study Prompts is a free library of ready-to-use study prompts for AI learning tools. Each study prompt is designed to help students learn more effectively with ChatGPT Study mode, Claude, or Gemini. Browse study prompts by category: exam preparation study prompts, essay writing study prompts, note-taking study prompts, problem-solving study prompts, and concept explanation study prompts. Simply copy any study prompt and paste it into your AI assistant to get started. These study prompts work with ChatGPT Study mode and other AI tools to help you study smarter, not harder.

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Quick Summary for Busy Professionals

Generate a quick-read summary with core conclusions and key arguments, perfect for busy professionals who need to grasp the essence quickly.

Please read through the materials I've uploaded and create a "quick-read summary for busy professionals."

Requirements:

- Summarize core conclusions in 3-5 bullet points

- List key arguments or data in no more than 10 bullet points

- Only cite content from the materials, do not add your own assumptions

Target audience:

[e.g., product managers, executives, beginners]

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Hierarchical Outline Structure

Organize content into a hierarchical outline with main sections and key points, showing logical relationships between parts.

Please organize this material into a hierarchical outline (main headings and sub-points), similar to a book's table of contents.

- Use "chapter titles" for main headings to summarize major sections

- Provide 3-5 key points under each main heading

- Indicate the logical relationships between sections (e.g., background → problem → solution → conclusion)

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Concept Explanation with Examples

Explain core concepts in beginner-friendly language with real-life examples, then show connections and differences between concepts.

Please explain the core concepts in this material using a "beginner-first, then advanced" approach.

Steps:

1. Explain each core concept in language suitable for

[high school students/complete beginners]

, using no more than 200 words per concept

2. Provide 1-2 simple real-life examples for each concept

3. Point out the connections and differences between these concepts

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Extract Key Points and Practice Questions

Generate a study guide with key exam points and practice questions including multiple choice and short answer questions with answer keys.

Based on the materials I've provided, please generate a "key points + practice questions" guide:

- First, list 10-20 knowledge points that might be tested

- For each knowledge point, provide 1 multiple-choice question and 1 short-answer question

- Include answer keys and brief explanations at the end

Note: All question content must come entirely from the materials, do not introduce information outside the materials

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Rewrite in Different Styles

Transform content into three versions: popular science style, professional report style, and social media style, preserving original facts and conclusions.

Please rewrite this content into 3 versions:

1. "Popular Science Style": Suitable for general public reading, conversational tone, minimal jargon

2. "Professional Report Style": Suitable for executive presentations, formal and logically clear

3. "Social Media Post Style": Suitable for posting on Xiaohongshu/WeChat public accounts, engaging and readable

Preserve the original facts and conclusions, do not add new information

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Generate Article from Materials

Create a structured article based on uploaded materials with introduction, background, key findings, practical suggestions, and conclusion.

Based on all the materials, please write an article for

[purpose: e.g., WeChat public account article/company internal sharing]

- Approximately

[1000]

words

- Structure: Hook (pain points/problems) → Background → Key findings/conclusions → Practical suggestions → Conclusion

- All viewpoints in the article must be supported by evidence from the materials. If there are controversies, present them using phrases like "some views suggest..."

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Generate PPT Outline from Materials

Create a presentation outline with page-by-page structure, key points, and suggestions for charts and diagrams.

Please read the materials I've uploaded and generate a presentation outline for

[purpose: e.g., product review/external pitch]

- First provide the overall structure (list of titles from page 1 to page N)

- For each page, write 3-5 key points (in bullet format)

- Indicate which pages are suitable for charts or diagrams, and provide chart suggestions (e.g., line charts/bar charts/flowcharts)

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Optimize Existing PPT Logic

Evaluate presentation logic, suggest reordering, and identify content that can be removed or strengthened with more concise titles.

I will provide the current presentation content in the format "Page X content: ..."

Please:

- Evaluate whether the overall logic is clear, and identify any information repetition or gaps

- Provide a "reordered page sequence" suggestion with explanations

- Point out content that can be removed or strengthened on each page, and suggest more concise titles

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Compare Multiple Sources

Compare viewpoints from multiple sources using tables, identify contradictions, and describe differences in neutral language.

I've uploaded multiple materials. Please:

- List their main viewpoints on

[specified topic, e.g., pros and cons of Strategy A]

- Compare in table format: source, supported viewpoints, evidence provided

- If there are contradictions between different materials, mark them and describe the differences in neutral language, without taking sides

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

Find Consensus and Disagreements

Extract consensus points and disagreements from all materials, listing supporting evidence for different viewpoints.

Please extract from all materials:

- What are the "consensus points" among all authors (conclusions or facts everyone agrees on)

- What are the main points of disagreement (issues where opinions differ)

- For each point of disagreement, list brief summaries of material excerpts supporting different viewpoints

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Personalized Learning Assistant Setup

Set up NotebookLM as your personalized learning and writing assistant with customized response style and execution-ready suggestions.

In the following conversations, please act as my "personalized learning and writing assistant for

[role: e.g., product manager/student/operations]

For all responses, please:

- Use concise and clear subheadings and bullet points

- Provide actionable suggestions tailored to my context as much as possible

- If assumptions are needed, please confirm with me before proceeding

NotebookLM Study PromptsJan 28, 2026

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Extract Questions from PDFs

Analyze PDF files and extract all questions, problems, and exercises. Organize by topic with difficulty levels and include source file names.

Analyze these PDF files and extract all questions, problems, and exercises.

Organize by topic with difficulty levels. Include source file names.

Please structure the output as:

1. Questions organized by topic/subject

2. Difficulty level for each question (easy, medium, hard)

3. Source file name for each question

4. Question type (multiple choice, short answer, problem-solving, etc.)

[Upload or paste PDF content here]

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Generate Exam-Style Questions

Create practice exam questions based on lecture notes, including multiple choice, short answer, and problem-solving questions with matching difficulty levels.

Based on these lecture notes, generate 10 exam-style questions covering

[specific topics]

Include:

- Multiple choice questions

- Short answer questions

- Problem-solving questions

Make difficulty match typical undergraduate

[subject]

exams.

Include answer key with explanations.

Lecture notes:

[Paste your lecture notes here]

Topics to cover:

[List specific topics]

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Explain Concepts with Feynman Technique

Get simple explanations of complex concepts using everyday analogies, then identify gaps in your understanding.

Explain

[complex concept]

using only simple language a 10-year-old would understand.

Use everyday analogies.

Then identify gaps in my current understanding based on this explanation.

Please:

1. Start with a simple, clear definition using everyday language

2. Use analogies or real-world examples (like explaining Fourier transforms as "taking apart a song to see which musical notes it contains")

3. Break it down into smaller, digestible parts

4. After the explanation, identify what gaps or misconceptions I might have in my current understanding

5. Suggest what I should review to fill those gaps

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

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Optimize Study Schedule for Multiple Exams

Create an optimized day-by-day study schedule for multiple exams, prioritizing weak subjects while using spaced repetition and buffer days.

I have these exams:

[list with dates]

My current understanding level:

[Subject 1]

[weak/moderate/strong]

[Subject 2]

[weak/moderate/strong]

[Subject 3]

[weak/moderate/strong]

Create a day-by-day study schedule optimizing for:

1. Weak subjects get more time

2. Spaced repetition

3. Buffer days before each exam

Please include:

- Specific time allocation for each subject each day

- Review sessions for spaced repetition

- Buffer days (1-2 days before each exam for final review)

- Balance between subjects to avoid neglecting strong ones

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

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Build Knowledge Graph

Create a concept map showing how concepts connect, including core ideas, supporting details, prerequisites, and applications.

Analyze these notes on

[subject]

and create a concept map showing:

1. Core concepts (the big ideas)

2. Supporting concepts (details that explain the core)

3. How concepts connect to each other

4. Prerequisites (what you need to know first)

5. Applications (where this is used)

Format as a text-based hierarchy I can visualize.

Notes:

[Paste your notes here]

Subject:

[Subject name]

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

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Analyze Past Exam Paper Patterns

Identify patterns in past exam papers including frequent topics, question formats, difficulty progression, and likely exam topics.

Analyze these 5 past exam papers and identify:

1. Topics appearing most frequently

2. Question patterns/formats

3. Difficulty progression

4. Topics likely to appear in next exam

Create a priority study list.

Past exam papers:

[Paste or describe the past exam papers here]

Please provide:

- Frequency analysis of topics

- Common question types and formats

- Difficulty trends across exams

- Predicted topics for next exam with confidence level

- Prioritized study list based on frequency and importance

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Analyze Mistakes and Root Causes

Diagnose why you got a problem wrong by identifying the exact error point, underlying concept misunderstanding, and how to avoid it in the future.

Here's a problem I solved incorrectly:

[Paste problem + your solution]

Analyze:

1. Where exactly I went wrong

2. What concept I'm misunderstanding

3. What I should review

4. How to avoid this mistake in future

Please:

- Identify the specific step or reasoning where the error occurred

- Diagnose the root cause (calculation error, conceptual misunderstanding, etc.)

- Explain the correct concept or approach

- Suggest specific topics or materials to review

- Provide strategies to prevent similar mistakes

- If applicable, provide a corrected solution with explanations

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

Fill Gaps in Lecture Notes

Complete incomplete lecture notes by identifying missing key concepts, formulas, and examples based on the syllabus and typical course coverage.

Here are my incomplete lecture notes on

[topic]

Based on the syllabus and typical course coverage, what am I missing?

Fill in the gaps with:

- Key concepts

- Formulas

- Examples

My notes:

[Paste your incomplete notes here]

Topic:

[Topic name]

Syllabus/Course context:

[Describe the course or provide syllabus information]

Please:

1. Identify what's missing from the notes

2. Fill in key concepts that should be covered

3. Add important formulas or equations

4. Provide relevant examples

5. Note: Please verify against textbook - some details may need confirmation

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

Evaluate Project Topics

Get multi-criteria analysis of project ideas including feasibility, required resources, learning value, and differentiation from typical projects.

Evaluate these 3 project ideas:

[Idea 1: description]

[Idea 2: description]

[Idea 3: description]

For each, analyze:

1. Feasibility for undergraduate

2. Required resources/time

3. Learning value

4. Differentiation from typical projects

Recommend which to pursue and why.

My context:

- Academic level:

[Undergraduate/Graduate]

- Available resources:

[List available resources, equipment, time constraints]

- Course requirements:

[Any specific requirements]

Please provide:

- Detailed analysis for each idea

- Comparison table if helpful

- Clear recommendation with justification

- Potential challenges and how to address them

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

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Plan Exam Day Strategy

Create a minute-by-minute review plan for the final hours before an exam, optimizing for weak areas, quick refreshers, breaks, and sleep time.

I have

[X hours]

before my

[subject]

exam.

My weak areas:

[list weak areas]

My strong areas:

[list strong areas]

Create a minute-by-minute review plan optimizing for:

1. Covering weak areas

2. Quick strong-area refreshers

3. Breaks for retention

4. Sleep time

Please provide:

- Detailed timeline with specific time slots

- What to review in each time block

- Break times and activities

- Sleep schedule (ensure adequate rest)

- Final review checklist

- Exam day morning routine

- Tips for staying calm and focused

Gemini Study PromptsDec 29, 2025

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Create a Personalized Study Schedule

Generate a detailed weekly study schedule based on your courses, deadlines, and available time. The schedule will include time blocks for each subject, breaks, and review sessions.

I'm a student with the following courses and commitments:

[Courses: List your courses]

[Deadlines: List upcoming deadlines]

[Available hours per day: X hours]

[Preferred study times: e.g., morning, afternoon, evening]

Please create a personalized weekly study schedule that:

1. Allocates sufficient time for each course based on difficulty and workload

2. Includes regular breaks (10-15 minutes every hour)

3. Schedules review sessions before exams

4. Balances study time with rest and other commitments

5. Adapts to my preferred study times

Format the schedule as a clear, day-by-day breakdown with specific time slots.

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Organize and Summarize Lecture Notes

Transform your raw lecture notes into well-organized, structured summaries with key concepts, definitions, and examples highlighted.

I have lecture notes on

[Topic/Subject]

. Please help me:

1. Organize these notes into clear sections with headings

2. Identify and highlight key concepts, definitions, and important facts

3. Create a summary that includes:

- Main topics covered

- Key definitions and terms

- Important examples or case studies

- Connections between different concepts

4. Suggest questions I should be able to answer after reviewing these notes

Here are my notes:

[Paste your notes here]

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

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Explain Complex Concepts Simply

Get clear, easy-to-understand explanations of complex topics with analogies, examples, and step-by-step breakdowns.

I'm struggling to understand

[Concept/Topic]

. Please explain it to me as if I'm a beginner:

1. Start with a simple, clear definition

2. Use analogies or real-world examples to illustrate the concept

3. Break it down into smaller, digestible parts

4. Explain how it relates to other concepts I might already know

5. Provide a practical example or application

6. Summarize the key takeaways

If there are common misconceptions about this topic, please address them as well.

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

$Solve Step-by-Step Problems$

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Solve Step-by-Step Problems

Get detailed, step-by-step solutions to homework problems with explanations for each step and alternative approaches.

I need help solving this problem:

[Paste the problem here]

Please:

1. Identify what type of problem this is and what concepts it tests

2. Break down the solution into clear, numbered steps

3. Explain the reasoning behind each step

4. Show all calculations or work clearly

5. Verify the answer and explain why it makes sense

6. If applicable, suggest alternative approaches or methods

7. Provide similar practice problems I can try

Make sure to explain any formulas or concepts used.

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

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Create Exam Study Guide

Generate a comprehensive study guide for your upcoming exam, including key topics, practice questions, and study strategies.

I have an exam coming up on

[Subject/Course]

covering

[Topics/Chapters]

. Please create a comprehensive study guide that includes:

1. A prioritized list of all topics to review (mark which are most important)

2. Key concepts, definitions, and formulas I need to memorize

3. Important examples or case studies to review

4. Common question types and how to approach them

5. Practice questions or problems I should work through

6. A suggested study timeline leading up to the exam

7. Tips for effective exam-taking strategies

8. Areas where I should focus extra attention

Base this on the course materials and topics:

[List or describe the topics]

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Develop Essay Outline and Structure

Get help structuring your essay with a clear outline, point of view statement, and organized arguments.

I need to write an essay on

[Topic]

. The requirements are:

[Essay requirements: length, format, citation style, etc.]

Please help me:

1. Develop a strong thesis statement

2. Create a detailed outline with:

- Introduction (hook, background, thesis)

- Body paragraphs (main arguments with supporting evidence)

- Conclusion (summary, restatement of thesis, broader implications)

3. Suggest key points and evidence I should include

4. Identify potential counterarguments and how to address them

5. Recommend a logical flow and organization

6. Provide tips for strong topic sentences and transitions

My current ideas/notes:

[Share any initial thoughts or research]

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

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Learn Programming Concepts

Understand programming concepts with clear explanations, code examples, and practice exercises.

I'm learning

[Programming Language/Concept]

and I need help understanding

[Specific Topic/Concept]

. Please:

1. Explain the concept clearly with simple language

2. Show a basic code example that demonstrates the concept

3. Break down the code line by line, explaining what each part does

4. Provide a more complex example that shows practical application

5. Explain common mistakes or pitfalls to avoid

6. Suggest practice exercises I can try

7. Recommend related concepts I should learn next

My current level:

[Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced]

Specific questions or areas of confusion:

[List any specific questions]

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

Review and Improve Study Habits

Get personalized advice on improving your study methods, time management, and learning efficiency.

I want to improve my study habits. Here's my current situation:

[Current study methods: describe how you currently study]

[Challenges: what difficulties are you facing?]

[Goals: what do you want to achieve?]

[Time available: how much time can you dedicate?]

Please:

1. Analyze my current study approach and identify strengths and weaknesses

2. Suggest specific, actionable improvements

3. Recommend study techniques that match my learning style

4. Help me create a plan to implement these changes gradually

5. Provide tips for staying motivated and consistent

6. Suggest tools or resources that might help

Be specific and practical in your recommendations.

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

$Create Flashcards for Memorization$

Create Flashcards for Memorization

Generate flashcards from your study materials to help with memorization and active recall.

I need to memorize information about

[Topic/Subject]

. Please create flashcards for me based on the following material:

[Paste your study material here]

For each flashcard:

1. Front: A clear question or prompt

2. Back: A concise answer with key points

3. Include important definitions, formulas, dates, or facts

4. Make them suitable for spaced repetition

Format:

[Question/Prompt]

[Answer]

Create

[X]

flashcards covering the most important information. Focus on:

- Key concepts and definitions

- Important facts and dates

- Formulas or equations (if applicable)

- Examples or applications

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025

Compare and Contrast Concepts

Get a detailed comparison of two or more concepts, theories, or approaches to help understand their similarities and differences.

I need to compare and contrast

[Concept A]

and

[Concept B]

(and

[Concept C]

if applicable). Please:

1. Provide clear definitions of each concept

2. List their key similarities

3. List their key differences

4. Explain when to use each approach or when each applies

5. Provide examples that illustrate the differences

6. Create a comparison table or chart if helpful

7. Explain any relationships or connections between them

Context:

[Subject/Course where this comparison is relevant]

Purpose:

[Why you need this comparison - exam, essay, understanding, etc.]

ChatGPT Study PromptsJan 15, 2025