How to Ask AI a Question: Helpful Tips to Keep in Mind

Tired of sifting through Google results or struggling to find the perfect answer? Then we’ve got you — today, we’ll help you learn how to ask AI a question

After we’re done, you’ll know where to bring all your questions, homework woes, and even personal troubles. By the end of this article, you’re going to wonder how you ever lived without being all buddy-buddy with an AI. 

We’ll cover: 

Let’s get started!

Where to ask AI a question

If you're constantly searching for answers, need help with tasks, or want insights on the fly, Lindy's "Ask AI" feature might be what you’re after. 

Here's why:

How do you ask an AI a question?

Asking an AI a question is pretty straightforward, but here are a few tips to get the most out of a virtual conversation partner.

Let’s take a look: 

How to ask AI a question about:

Homework and studying

If you've got a science project due tomorrow and haven't started yet, don't worry, you can always have a chat with AI.

Say something like, "I have a biology assignment on cellular respiration. Can you give me an overview of the process and the key steps involved?"

The AI will do its best to give you a high-level explainer to get you started. Just remember, AI isn’t doing your homework for you, it’s there to help out in a pinch! 

Work or a specific task

Feeling stuck on a work project or daily task? AI can provide helpful suggestions and recommendations to move things along. 

Ask the AI something like, "I have a client presentation tomorrow and am struggling with how to best visually represent the data. Do you have any chart or graph recommendations that would be easy to understand and visually compelling?" 

The AI can suggest options like bar charts, pie charts, scatter plots, or infographics. Pick what works for your particular data and audience.

General knowledge or news

Want to ask an AI a question about world events, science, or pop culture? Go right ahead — AI's have access to huge amounts of data and information on practically every topic. 

A few examples:

Of course, this is limited to AIs that don’t have a hard cutoff date like GPT-4. We’re talking about models like Gemini, which is connected to the internet. 

Brainstorming and creative ideas

Feeling creatively blocked? Ask your AI to generate ideas, offer suggestions, or even rephrase your problem from a different angle to spark new inspiration.

Or how about feedback? While AI shouldn't replace human critique, it can point out potential areas for improvement or offer suggestions for refining your ideas.

AI can be surprisingly creative, generating options that can range from playful to practical.

Personal advice (with caution)

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just need someone to listen? While AI can't replace a therapist, it can be surprisingly helpful to talk through your problems. It might remind you of helpful coping strategies, provide perspective, or simply offer a non-judgmental space to vent.

If what you need is help with decision-making, your AI can't tell you what to do, but it can help you weigh the pros and cons, or remind you of your values and goals.

Or maybe you’re feeling unmotivated. Try your AI for some encouraging words or even a simple pep talk when you need a boost.

Language learning and translation

Practice conversation with a patient AI partner. Ask questions, describe your surroundings, or practice scenarios like ordering food at a restaurant. Some AI systems that “listen” to audio can correct your pronunciation or offer more natural ways to phrase things.

Need translation on the fly? AI can translate text, websites, or even spoken words in real-time. This is invaluable for travel or navigating documents in another language.

Want to expand your vocabulary in another language? Ask your AI for synonyms if you’re in a bind. 

Summing up

Now, the next time you're staring at the blinking cursor of an empty search bar, don't let your hopes fade into a 404.

Just mosey on over to an AI like Lindy, where you can get answers to your burning questions 24/7, rain or shine.  

But do remember: these answers are definitely not gospel, so always take them with a grain of salt. AI systems are ever-evolving, and they’re prone to occasionally making things up (a process called “hallucination”). 

They should not be a substitute for plain-ol critical thinking and fact-checking! 

But, for general-purpose questions, you’ll be surprised at the level of complexity of modern AI systems.

Next steps

Lindy is not your run-of-the-mill virtual assistant. It can tackle virtually any task, including answering your burning questions. 

In seconds, you can create a virtual assistant to help you out. And the best part? Each iteration can connect with each other to pool knowledge or solve tasks. 

Let’s take a look at some of Lindy’s best features: 

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