Overview
How might we design example prompts library so people can trust and act on AI output?
When this pattern fits
- Ideal for AI text generation tools, image creation platforms, and applications where prompt quality significantly impacts AI output quality.
When to skip or lighten it
- Narrow single-purpose tools where there is really only one way to prompt the product.
- Products whose capabilities change quickly, where a stale library actively teaches outdated techniques.
- Highly expert audiences who already know the prompting patterns and would find a library redundant.
States
State model coming soon
Key UX elements
Key UX elements coming soon
Anti-patterns to avoid
A flat, uncategorized list that forces users to scroll through everything to find something relevant.
Example prompts that no longer work well with the current model version.
No one-click way to use an example, forcing manual copy-paste into the input field.
Examples that showcase edge-case tricks rather than the prompts most users actually need.
How products use it
| Product | Implementation |
|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Example prompt categories surface in the empty-state and Explore GPTs sections. |
| Midjourney | Community and official prompt examples model effective image-generation phrasing. |
| Claude | Prompt library in the console shows categorized, copyable examples for common tasks. |
| Notion AI | Templated prompt suggestions demonstrate writing and summarization tasks by category. |
Real-world examples
How shipped products implement example prompts library, from our teardown guides.
Implementation
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Pattern Definition:Frequently asked questions
What is an example prompts library in AI products?
An example prompts library is a curated, browsable collection of prompt examples, usually organized by category or use case, that users can copy or adapt as a starting point instead of writing a prompt from scratch.
How is a prompt library different from empty-state prompt starters?
Prompt starters show a handful of examples directly on the empty chat screen for immediate use. A prompt library is a larger, searchable, categorized collection usually reached through a dedicated section, meant for browsing rather than a quick nudge.
Do prompt libraries need to be updated over time?
Yes. As models and features change, examples that relied on older behavior can mislead users or under-demonstrate current capabilities, so a maintained library should get periodic review against the current product.