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Troubleshoot a Gadget Step by Step

Use this when a device stops working and you do not want to guess. It walks you through checks one at a time, from the simplest to the most involved, and asks what you see after each.

Works inChatGPTClaudeGemini

Help me fix a problem with my [DEVICE AND MODEL]. The problem: [WHAT HAPPENS] When it started: [WHEN AND WHAT CHANGED] What I have already tried: [LIST] Lights, sounds, or error messages: [DETAILS] Walk me through troubleshooting one step at a time, easiest and safest first. After each step, wait for me to tell you the result before giving the next one. Tell me when it is time to contact support or replace the device, and what to say to support.

Tip: Do not open sealed devices or plug in anything unsafe. Stop if you smell burning or see swelling.

What to fill in

Before you send it, replace the parts in [square brackets] with your own details:

  • Device and model
  • What happens
  • When and what changed
  • List
  • Details

How to use this prompt

  1. Press Copy this prompt.
  2. Open ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini and paste it into a new chat.
  3. Replace the [BRACKETS] with your details, then send it.
  4. If the first answer is close but not right, reply with what to change. Short follow-ups work well.

Everything here is free. The free versions of the big chat tools are enough. Keep private details such as account numbers, passwords and full addresses out of any AI chat.

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