How to use Delilah to draft an essay

Drafting the Perfect Essay with Delilah

Hey there! I'm Dylan, part of the brilliant team behind Delilah, and today, I'm going to share some insider tips on mastering the essay writing process with this incredible tool. You see, the beauty of Delilah lies in its collaboration with GPT-4, making essay writing more efficient and creative.

1. The First Step? Kick-Start Your Ideas

Got a tricky prompt? Let’s break it down:

• Firstly, copy your prompt.

• Navigate to the 'essay idea generator' in the college application hub.

• Pro-tip: Even if it's tailored for common app essays, you can pretty much use it for anything.

2. Maximizing the Idea Generator

Here's how I do it:

• Input a broad response to the prompt.

• Delilah, being the gem it is, will pose precise questions, helping refine your idea.

• For example, if you're tackling 'global warming', Delilah might ask about a personal anecdote or experience.

3. The Art of Drafting

Once you've honed in on an idea:

• Simply copy the refined idea.

• Within the college application hub or draft generator hub, choose which tool you want and click 'generate essay'.

• Voila! Delilah will serve you a base draft. Use the in-chat editor to make the essay shorter or longer.

4. Refinement: It's All in the Details

Make your essay shine:

• Suggest to GPT: "Let's make this essay more profound and impactful.”

• Fancy rhetorical devices? Ask: “Where can I embed rhetorical techniques to elevate my essay?”

• GPT is your friend. Communicate what you want, whether it's a tone shift or specific examples.

5. Perfecting the Final Draft

Here's how I wrap things up:

• I often use the 'transform text' feature. Just ask: “Can we infuse a poetic touch here?”

• If you’re over the word limit, a handy prompt could be: “Help me trim this down while keeping the core message intact.”

• Don't be shy. Keep asking questions like: "What’s missing?" or "How can we add a dash of flair here?"

6. In Conclusion

Being a part of the team that built Delilah, I've had the privilege to see firsthand its transformative impact on essay writing. The synergy between Delilah and GPT-4 ensures that you’re equipped to craft essays that not only answer prompts but resonate deeply.

For those looking to truly harness Delilah's potential, my advice is to experiment, ask away, and let your creativity flow. And always remember, whether you're brainstorming, drafting, or refining, Delilah and GPT are here to guide you every step of the way. Happy writing!