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But lately, I’ve been experimenting with this AI chatbot in ways that have really surprised me.

Whether that’s for entertainment or problem solving purposes, it consistently pushes beyond more traditional uses.

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Since carrying ChatGPT in my pocket, I think more creatively and approach challenges from new angles.

In this guide, we’re venturing beyond the obvious.

We’re going to explore five practical, albeit unconventional, prompts to use.

ChatGPT smart shopping list prompt

Ready to see ChatGPT in a whole new light?

Let’s dive in.

Log into ChatGPT

Start by accessing ChatGPTthrough your preferred rig.

ChatGPT smart shopping list response

Create a smart shopping list

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Well, say goodbye to those head-scratching moments!

This not only saves you time and effort, but also helps reduce food waste and unnecessary purchases.

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Take a photo of the inside of your fridge.

like create a shopping list based on what I’m missing.'

Suggest any additions or changes to improve my diet.'

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ChatGPT voice real-time translation

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No more relying on hand gestures or awkward misunderstandings.

Start bylogging into ChatGPT on your mobile.All updated versions will have ChatGPT Voice enabled.

ChatGPT translation prompt chat thread

you’re free to choose your preferred voice byclicking the sidebar, going toSettingsand scrolling down toVoice Mode.

Learn something new every day

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Instead of mindlessly thumbing through posts, why not use that time to expand your knowledge?

ChatGPT 5 minute lesson prompt

Ask ChatGPT to provide you with adaily fact, mini-lesson, or skill to learn.

Try this prompt: ‘Give me a 5-minute lesson on [your topic of interest].

Include an interesting fact and a small actionable task to reinforce the learning.’

ChatGPT learn something new everyday prompt response

Spruce up my space

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Your virtual interior designer

Tired of staring at the same four walls or feeling uninspired by your living space?

Turn ChatGPT into your personal interior designer with this clever hack.

ChatGPT three closing sentences email prompt

Based on what you see, just suggest a color scheme to refresh the space.'

Based on what you see, yo suggest 3-5 plants that would thrive in this environment.'

Based on what you see, hey suggest decor items to enhance the room’s aesthetic.'

ChatGPT color scheme prompt

Become a gift-giving guru

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Consider your giftee

Never struggle with gift-giving again by using ChatGPT as your personal gift idea generator.

Then,determine your budget and any gift-giving constraints for example, must be shippable or eco-friendly.

ChatGPT plant suggestions prompt

They recently [life event].

My budget is [amount], and the gift should be [any constraints].

Can you suggest 5 unique gift ideas?'

ChatGPT living room aesthetic help prompt

And for financial planning, discoverhow to build a budget using ChatGPT.

ChatGPT gift ideas prompt

ChatGPT gift guru prompt

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