/explainto
Explains a topic in terms a specific audience understands.
The full prompt
/explainto Explain [topic] to [audience]. Assume they know [what they already know]. Use plain words, one everyday example, and no jargon unless you define it. Keep it to [length], and end with the 2-3 things they most need to remember.
Replace the highlighted [brackets] with your own details, then send.
What you're asking
Asks the AI to tailor an explanation to one audience. You get a short, plain explanation with key takeaways.
Give it
- The topic
- Who the audience is
- What they already know
- Any details specific to your organization
Check: The AI does not know your organization's rules; paste them in or check the result.
Filled-in example
/explainto Explain our annual budget process to a new supervisor. Assume they know basic spreadsheets but not our finance terms. Use plain words, one everyday example, and no jargon unless you define it. Keep it to about 200 words, and end with the 2-3 things they most need to remember.
Use it in any AI chat. The slash word is a label, not a built-in command; the prompt does the work, and answers vary by app. How these work