AI FOR SENIORS · LESSON 3 OF 10 · 10 MIN
Ask a chatbot a good question
Clear questions get clear answers. A simple pattern helps you get useful, easy-to-read answers every time.
Do it now
- Start with who you are: “I am 72 and new to smartphones.”
- Say what you need: “I want to video call my daughter.”
- Say how you want it: “Give me 5 short steps in large, simple words.”
- Ask the question and follow the steps one at a time.
- If a step is unclear, ask: “Explain step 3 more simply.”
Check yourself
Answer in your head first, then open each one.
What three things make a question clear?
Who you are, what you need, and how you want the answer.
What if the answer is too long?
Ask for “5 short steps” or “one paragraph”.
Tip
You can always say “simpler, please” — AI will try again.