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Give an AI agent clear boundaries
Define a small task and the checks it needs.
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Draft instructions for an agent that researches public vendor pages.
A POSSIBLE RESPONSE
Limit it to read-only public research. Require source URLs, dates, and a comparison table. Do not allow purchases, messages, signups, or private-data uploads. Stop for review when evidence is missing or conflicting.
MAKE IT YOURS
Try it with your own life.
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Copy your prompt, then open an AI tool and paste it there.
YOUR READY-TO-USE PROMPT
Keep it general. Leave out passwords, account numbers, and private medical or personal information.
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