ChatGPT text generation styles and tones

Following is the list of styles and tones that can be used with ChatGPT for text generation.

Formal Style:

• Used in academic writing, official reports, legal documents, and professional communication.
• Tone: Objective, impersonal, and structured.
• Example: “The results of the experiment were conclusive and demonstrate a significant correlation between the variables.”

Informal Style:

• Casual and conversational, used in emails, personal messages, or informal blog posts.
• Tone: Friendly and relaxed.
• Example: “Hey, just wanted to let you know that I’ll be there by 5! Looking forward to it.”

Persuasive Style:

• Aimed at convincing the reader to agree with a viewpoint or take action.
• Tone: Assertive, emotional, or logical, depending on the audience.
• Example: “If we don’t act now, future generations will suffer from the consequences of climate change. We must reduce our carbon footprint today.”

Narrative Style:

• Tells a story or describes events in sequence. Often used in fiction, autobiographies, or personal essays.
• Tone: Can vary (dramatic, descriptive, reflective).
• Example: “As the sun dipped below the horizon, she knew it was time to make her move. She tiptoed through the silent house, her heart pounding in her chest.”

Descriptive Style:

• Focuses on detailed descriptions, often used in fiction or creative non-fiction.
• Tone: Evocative and vivid.
• Example:”The forest was alive with the hum of insects, the rustle of leaves, and the soft glow of the setting sun filtering through the branches.”

Expository Style:

• Provides clear and concise information, often used in textbooks, manuals, or informative articles.
• Tone: Neutral, factual, and straightforward.
• Example:”Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy.”


Technical Style:

• Used in technical documents, manuals, scientific papers, or how-to guides.
• Tone: Precise, objective, and detailed.
• Example:”To initiate the process, the user must first input their credentials and then click ‘Submit’ to proceed to the next screen.”


Creative/Poetic Style:

• Highly imaginative, uses figurative language, and is often employed in poetry, literature, or creative writing.
• Tone: Expressive, symbolic, and emotional.
• Example:”The sky wept, and with each drop, the earth sighed in relief, embracing the rain after months of drought.”


Analytical Style:

• Breaks down complex topics, used in critical essays, reviews, or research papers.
• Tone: Logical, critical, and fact-based.
• Example:”Upon analyzing the financial trends, it becomes evident that the company’s growth rate has steadily declined over the past five years.”


Journalistic Style:

• Used in news writing, focusing on facts, brevity, and clarity. Can vary between hard news and feature writing.
• Tone: Objective for news, but may be more subjective in feature stories.
• Example:”A fire broke out in the downtown area last night, causing significant damage to several buildings.”


Satirical Style:

• Uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to criticize or comment on society or an issue.
• Tone: Witty, sarcastic, and often humorous.
• Example:”Sure, let’s just keep ignoring climate change. I mean, what’s a little flooding here and there when we can still enjoy our plastic straws?”


Business/Professional Style:

• Clear and to the point, used in business communication, proposals, and reports.
• Tone: Formal, concise, and focused on outcomes or objectives.
• Example:”We recommend implementing the new software to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.”


Conversational Style:

• Similar to informal but more relaxed, as if speaking directly to the reader. Used in blogs, personal letters, or social media.
• Tone: Casual, engaging, and often with humor or personal touch.
• Example:”So, you’re probably wondering, how on earth do I bake the perfect brownie? Well, let me walk you through it!”


Instructional Style:

• Provides step-by-step guidance, often used in tutorials, recipes, or manuals.
• Tone: Clear, direct, and structured.
• Example:”Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl.”