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ChatGPT Secret Codes

100+ Keywords That Change How ChatGPT Responds


How These Codes Work

Each keyword in this guide changes how ChatGPT processes your prompt. Type any code before your actual request and ChatGPT shifts into a different mode — different tone, different depth, different format.

They're not hidden commands or API tricks. They're keywords that force a specific perspective and output style. One word changes the entire response.

How to Use

Type the code anywhere in your prompt. Example: "TRUTHMODE review my business plan" or "Explain quantum computing ELI5"

This guide covers 100+ codes across 10 categories:

  • Core Writing & Style — Control tone, length, and clarity
  • Explanation Levels — Set the depth from kindergarten to PhD
  • Formatting & Output — Get bullets, tables, checklists, summaries
  • Learning & Study — Quizzes, flashcards, and teaching modes
  • Brainstorming & Ideas — Generate ideas at scale
  • Analysis & Decision Making — Compare, critique, and decide
  • Advanced Thinking — Force deeper reasoning patterns
  • Creative & Content — Scripts, threads, stories, simulations
  • Coding — Debug, explain, and optimize code
  • Utility & Power Commands — Convert, translate, reframe, compress

The Top 5 from the video: TRUTHMODE, /human, REDTEAM, X10THINK, and EL10. Start with these if you want instant results.

Core Writing & Style

What This Category Does

Control how ChatGPT writes. Tone, length, complexity — all adjustable with a single keyword.

/humanRewrites text so it sounds natural, not robotic /rewriteRephrases while keeping the core meaning /improveUpgrades clarity, flow, and overall quality /shortenCondenses into a tighter version /expandAdds detail, depth, and supporting context /simplifyMakes text easier to understand with plainer language /formalChanges tone to professional /casualChanges tone to relaxed and conversational

/human is the most popular code in this guide. If ChatGPT sounds too "AI," paste /human before your prompt and the output reads like a real person wrote it.

Explanation Levels

What This Category Does

Set exactly how deep or simple you want the answer. From "explain like I'm 5" to PhD-level breakdowns.

ELI5Explains like you're 5 years old EL10Simple with slightly more depth — great for quick understanding EL15Basic teen level with moderate detail ELICollegeAcademic depth and rigor ELIPhDHighly advanced and technical

Explanation Levels (continued)

/analogiesExplains using comparisons to familiar things /deepMore detailed and layered explanation /whyFocuses on the reason or mechanism behind something /firstprinciplesBreaks down to fundamental truths, then rebuilds

EL10 is one of the top 5 codes from the video. Type it before any prompt and ChatGPT explains everything in simple words — then shows you three distinct variations side by side.

Formatting & Output

What This Category Does

Control the shape of the response. Bullets, tables, checklists, outlines — tell ChatGPT how to deliver the answer.

TLDRShortest useful summary BULLETSTurns output into bullet points TABLEFormats as a table for comparison CHECKLISTConverts to an actionable checklist STEPSTurns into a step-by-step process /outlineOrganizes into a structured outline /summaryConcise summary of main points /keypointsPulls out only the most important takeaways

Stack these with other codes. Try "BULLETS /human explain machine learning" — natural-sounding bullet points instead of robotic paragraphs.

Learning & Study

What This Category Does

Turn ChatGPT into a tutor. Quizzes, flashcards, guided questions — active learning instead of passive reading.

QUIZMECreates quiz questions from the material FLASHCARDSTurns material into flashcard-style Q&A TESTMETests understanding with progressively harder questions SOCRATICTeaches by asking guided questions, one at a time /socraticSwitches to question-led teaching style FEYNMANExplains as simply as possible for true understanding MISCONCEPTIONSLists common misunderstandings about a topic TIMELINEOrganizes into chronological order /teachmeFrames the response as a structured lesson

SOCRATIC is a sleeper hit. Instead of giving you the answer, ChatGPT asks you questions that lead you to the answer yourself. Best way to actually retain what you learn.

Brainstorming & Ideas

What This Category Does

Generate ideas at scale. Hooks, content angles, product concepts — volume and variety on demand.

IDEAS10Generates 10 ideas around a topic ALT3Provides 3 different alternatives HOOKS10Generates 10 hook ideas for content

Brainstorming & Ideas (continued)

HOOK10Creates 10 short hook options for testing IDEAGENProduces a wider spread of idea directions SCAMPERUses the SCAMPER creativity framework REMIXCombines two concepts into a new hybrid idea /brainstorm100Pushes for a massive batch of ideas /viralhooksGenerates hooks designed to grab attention fast

For content creators: stack HOOKS10 with your niche. Try "HOOKS10 AI tools for students" and you'll get 10 scroll-stopping openers ready to film.

Analysis & Decision Making

What This Category Does

Stop getting yes-man answers. These codes force ChatGPT to compare, critique, challenge, and help you make better decisions.

PROSCONSLists advantages and disadvantages SWOTStrengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats COMPARECompares two or more options side by side /assumptionsIdentifies hidden assumptions in a claim /counterGenerates the strongest counterargument /debateExplores both sides in a balanced way /steelmanBuilds the strongest version of an opposing argument /devilsadvocateChallenges your idea by arguing against it

Analysis & Decision Making (continued)

RISKMAPIdentifies key risks in a plan SECONDORDERLooks beyond first effects to later consequences REDTEAMCritiques aggressively to expose weaknesses DECIDECreates a structured decision framework PARETOFinds the small actions that drive most results

REDTEAM is one of the top 5 from the video. It tears your ideas apart with red X breakdowns. Use it before you launch anything — better to find the holes yourself.

Advanced Thinking Systems

What This Category Does

Force ChatGPT into deeper reasoning patterns. These codes push past surface-level answers into genuine analysis.

DELTRDecompose, evaluate, limit, transform, rebuild OODAObserve, orient, decide, act — military decision loop KILLCRITICForces blunt critique focused purely on flaws PARADOXLooks for contradictions inside an idea LENSSTACKExamines a topic through multiple perspectives X10THINKThink 10x more deeply before answering HIDDENASSUMPTIONSSurfaces assumptions that are easy to miss

Advanced Thinking (continued)

FRACTALExplores by zooming in and out across levels BLACKSWANFocus on rare but high-impact possibilities REVERSEENGINEERWorks backward to infer how something functions SIGNALVSNOISESeparates useful info from distractions HYPOTHESISGENGenerates multiple explanations for an observation SYSTEMMAPMaps actors, forces, and relationships in a system METAExamines the framing of the question itself

X10THINK is one of the top 5 from the video. It forces ChatGPT to think 10x deeper before responding. The answers get noticeably longer, more thorough, and more useful.

Creative & Content

What This Category Does

Shift ChatGPT into creative modes. Scripts, threads, stories, simulations, and predictions.

/simulateSimulates a scenario, conversation, or role-play /predictProjects likely future outcomes /futurehistoryDescribes the future as if it already happened /reverseDescribes failure first, then inverts it into a plan SCRIPTFormats output like a script for video or dialogue THREADStructures response like a social media thread

Creative & Content (continued)

/storymodeShifts the answer into a narrative-driven style FUTUREYOUAnswers as your future self would — with hindsight LINDYMODEGives answers based on what's worked long-term, not trending

Coding

DEBUGFinds likely bugs or errors in code EXPLAINCODEExplains what code is doing in plain language OPTIMIZEImproves code for speed, efficiency, or cleanliness

Utility & Power Commands

What This Category Does

Swiss army knife commands. Convert formats, change tone, add examples, reframe ideas, and push ChatGPT to its limits.

/convertConverts content from one format to another /translateTranslates text into another language /tonechangeChanges the emotional or stylistic tone /examplesAdds examples to make the idea easier to grasp /usecasesLists practical situations where the idea applies /breakdownSplits a complex topic into smaller parts /stepbystepForces a sequential process /insightsPulls out notable observations or patterns /clarifyClears up ambiguity, makes meaning more precise

Utility & Power Commands (continued)

/expandideasTakes a rough idea and develops it further /compressShrinks content while preserving the main message /reframePresents the same idea from a different angle /coachFrames answer as guidance from a coach or mentor /critiqueReviews work and points out what needs improvement /improvehooksRefines hooks to make them more compelling /systemrewriteRewrites text to feel more structured and systemized /autopromptGenerates a better prompt from a rough request /godmodePushes for the most assertive and comprehensive response

Power Combos

Stack multiple codes in one prompt for precision results:

TRUTHMODE + REDTEAM — Brutally honest feedback that tears apart every weakness. Best combo before launching anything.

/human + /shorten — Natural-sounding text that's tight and concise. Perfect for social media captions.

X10THINK + STEPS — Deep thinking formatted as actionable steps you can actually follow.

EL10 + /analogies — Simple explanations with familiar comparisons. Best for learning something new fast.

More Power Combos

HOOKS10 + /human — Ten attention-grabbing hooks that sound like a real person wrote them. Content creators: this is your shortcut.

/godmode + PARETO — The most comprehensive response focused only on the highest-impact actions. Maximum signal, zero noise.

Quick Reference

100+ codes. 10 categories. One rule: type the code before your prompt. Save this guide somewhere you'll find it. Use one code per day for a week and you'll never go back to vanilla ChatGPT.

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