Context and Sources
Working with Texts and Documents
Direct the model to work from provided material and specify the task rather than relying on unnecessary outside knowledge.
In this lesson
Why this matters
When working from a document, define whether answers must rely only on it and how absent information should be handled. Label sources or sections when precise attribution matters.
How to apply it
- Define the task and desired outcome.
- Add only context or rules that affect success.
- Specify an output form or checkable criterion when needed.
- Test on realistic input and revise when a failure pattern appears.
Practical example
Weak example:
Weak version of the same task: اقرأ الملف وأجب.The weak version leaves an important part of the task or its boundaries to guesswork. The improved version adds information tied directly to success without treating length or complexity as a goal.
Improved example:
Improved version: اعتمد على المستند فقط. استخرج شروط الإلغاء والاستثناءات مع اسم القسم؛ اكتب «غير مذكور» إذا غابت المعلومة.Short practice
Apply the lesson concept to this task: اكتب أمر استخراج من سياسة مع قاعدة للمعلومات المفقودة.
Check your understanding
Check: ماذا نفعل إذا لم توجد المعلومة في المصدر؟
Answer: نصرح بأنها غير موجودة بدل التخمين.
Summary
Keep this concept as one tool rather than a magic formula. Tie it to the goal and success criteria, then build on it in the next lesson.