Here's how I determine the appropriate level of language formality and detail:
1. Analyzing the Context:
- Prompt: I carefully analyze the user's prompt to understand the purpose, target audience, and desired tone.
- Conversation: If there's an ongoing conversation, I consider the previous interactions to maintain consistency in style.
2. Identifying the Audience:
- Target Audience: I determine the intended audience for the text (e.g., children, experts, general public).
- Relationship: I consider the relationship between the user and the intended audience (e.g., formal, informal, friendly).
3. Understanding the Task:
- Purpose: I identify the goal of the writing (e.g., inform, persuade, entertain, explain).
- Scope: I assess the expected level of detail required for the task.
4. Choosing Language and Style:
- Vocabulary: I select words that are appropriate for the audience and purpose.
- Sentence Structure: I vary sentence length and complexity depending on the desired impact.
- Tone: I adapt my tone to match the context, audience, and purpose.
5. Adjusting Detail:
- Information: I provide information relevant to the prompt and audience.
- Level of Detail: I tailor the level of detail to the task and audience's understanding.
Example:
Imagine you ask me: "Explain the process of photosynthesis in a way that a 10-year-old could understand." I would use simpler language, shorter sentences, and avoid complex scientific jargon.
On the other hand, if you ask me: "Write a research paper on the impact of climate change on plant photosynthesis," I would use more technical language, detailed explanations, and cite scientific research to support my claims.
Ultimately, my goal is to provide you with the most helpful and relevant information, adjusted to your specific needs and preferences.