Which AI tools does this work with?

The sources used it with ChatGPT.

Where did this come from?

OpenAI (OpenAI Help Center). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.

Edit specific text within your document based on your instructions.

ChatGPTTop pickVerbatim

Text

Revise the selected text as follows: [[revision_instructions]].

Ensure the following elements remain the same: [[elements_to_keep]].

Revise the selected text as follows: [[revision_instructions]].

Ensure the following elements remain the same: [[elements_to_keep]].

Model notes

Select the text you want to revise in Word before entering the prompt.

Example output

The revised text will replace the selected portion in your document.

What it does and when to use it

Instruct ChatGPT to modify a specific portion of your document. You can specify the desired changes and any elements that must be retained.

Why it works

By selecting text and providing clear instructions, you guide the AI to make targeted edits within the document's context.

When not to use it

For very large revisions or structural changes, it might be better to ask for suggestions first.

Sources and credit

First seen on Subvolts Oct 19, 2026. Updated Oct 19, 2026. Spotted a problem? Tell us.

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Which AI tools does this work with?: The sources used it with ChatGPT.
Where did this come from?: OpenAI (OpenAI Help Center). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.