Summarise a Long Article or Document

Too much to read, too little time. This prompt turns a long article, report, or document into a clear summary in the format you want — key points, a short paragraph, or takeaways — so you grasp the substance fast without missing what matters.

The prompt

Act as a skilled analyst. Summarise the text below.

Text: [paste the article or document]
Summary style: [e.g. 5 key bullet points, a one-paragraph overview, or main takeaways with why they matter]
Focus: [optional — anything specific you care about]

Produce a clear, accurate summary in the requested style. Capture the main points and any important conclusions, keep it faithful to the source, and do not add information that is not in the text. If there is a specific focus, prioritise it.

How to use it

Paste the text and say how you want it summarised — bullets, a paragraph, or takeaways. Add a focus if you only care about part of it. Because it is told to stay faithful to the source, it sticks to the text — but verify key facts for important material.

Tips for best results

• Choose the format — bullets for scanning, a paragraph for context, takeaways for decisions.
• Add a focus — "focus on the financial implications" tailors the summary.
• Ask to go shorter or longer — "make it three bullets" or "add more detail on point 2".
• Verify what matters — check key facts and figures against the source; AI can misread.

A quick example

Paste a long report and ask for "5 key bullet points plus the main conclusion", and you will get a scannable summary that captures the substance — ideal before a meeting or deciding whether to read the full thing.

Frequently asked questions

Which AI tools does this work with?

Any capable chat assistant — ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and others. Paste it in and add your text.

Can I trust the summary?

It is a strong, faithful summary when given the text, but AI can miss nuance or misread — for important material, verify key points and figures against the original.

This prompt was written and tested by the World of AI Hub editorial team.