Why these prompts are so long but still perform well #336
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I am learning how to build effective prompt. I wonder why these prompts perform well in their system. Some of them even have 500+ lines. |
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Long prompts often perform well because they give the system very clear rules and context to follow. The length isn’t the magic part—it’s the structure. A 500‑line prompt usually covers edge cases, sets priorities, and explains how to handle different situations. If your agent is ignoring your introduction or not calling functions, it may be because the instructions aren’t specific enough or the order of rules isn’t clear. A good approach is to start small: write a shorter prompt that clearly defines the role, the steps, and when to call functions. Once that works, you can expand it with more detail. That way you get the benefit of clarity without overwhelming the system |
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Long prompts often perform well because they give the system very clear rules and context to follow. The length isn’t the magic part—it’s the structure. A 500‑line prompt usually covers edge cases, sets priorities, and explains how to handle different situations. If your agent is ignoring your introduction or not calling functions, it may be because the instructions aren’t specific enough or the order of rules isn’t clear. A good approach is to start small: write a shorter prompt that clearly defines the role, the steps, and when to call functions. Once that works, you can expand it with more detail. That way you get the benefit of clarity without overwhelming the system