# How to Ask Chatgpt to Summarize an Article

> To summarize an article using ChatGPT, make a general, targeted, thorough, or comprehensive request based on your needs. Paste the article or share the link, then ask for the specific summary you require.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-ask-chatgpt-to-summarize-an-article/
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a2f87d673bd5aa8e61d3b/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Make a general request when you want a quick, basic summary of the article.
2. Request a summary with a focus on key points or important details if you're looking for a more targeted overview.
3. Ask for a more thorough summary that provides a bit more detail without being too lengthy.
4. Ask for a summary that includes the main ideas and explains the article's conclusions or how it relates to a bigger picture.
5. Simply paste the article or share the link, then ask for the summary you need.