Text & chat prompt
Write clear git commit messages
Write clear git commit messages: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
Write git commit messages for these changes. Changes: [PASTE DIFF OR DESCRIBE] Convention: [CONVENTIONAL COMMITS / PLAIN] Give a summary line under 72 characters in the imperative mood, then a short body explaining why the change was needed. Suggest splitting into multiple commits if the change does more than one thing.
Pro tip: Explain why in the body. The diff already shows what changed.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 51 words
- Fields to fill in
- PASTE DIFF OR DESCRIBE, CONVENTIONAL COMMITS / PLAIN
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: PASTE DIFF OR DESCRIBE, CONVENTIONAL COMMITS / PLAIN. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
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