Best Practices for Prompt-Chaining in Clay: Mega Prompt vs. Columns

Ryder M. · 2025-02-27 20:33:25.503173+00

what's the best way to prompt-chain in Clay? Put it all in one mega prompt with steps or have a series of columns - but need to keep adding the context?

In Clay, the best approach for prompt-chaining depends on your specific needs, but we generally recommend using a series of columns with clear instructions for each step. Here's why: 1. Context setting: Start with a system prompt to provide overall context. 2. Step-by-step instructions: Use separate columns for each step, providing clear instructions for the AI to follow. 3. Structured output: Specify how you want the answer formatted in each column, making it easier to work with the results. 4. Flexibility: This approach allows you to easily modify individual steps without affecting the entire chain. If you need help crafting prompts, use the "Help me" feature in the AI integration to generate customized prompts for each step.

Sources: Use AI integration overview | Documentation | Clay University Prompt Engineering Crash Course [Clay 101] - Clay University

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