Best Prompt Frameworks in 2025: CRISPE, APE, ROLE, SxS and More
A practical 2025 guide to the most effective prompt frameworks with copy‑paste templates, pros/cons, and when to use each.
Best Prompt Frameworks in 2025
Prompt frameworks give you reliable structure. Below are the most effective options in 2025 with a quick definition, a copy‑paste template, and when to use them.
CRISPE
What it is: Context – Role – Input – Steps – Parameters – Example.
Template
Context: {{background}}
Role: You are {{expert role}}
Input: {{your task or data}}
Steps: {{numbered steps}}
Parameters: {{constraints, tone, length}}
Example: {{illustrative sample if helpful}}
Best for: Multi‑step tasks where constraints matter.
APE (Ask–Plan–Execute)
Template
Ask: {{clear objective}}
Plan: Outline a plan in steps before answering.
Execute: Provide the final answer following the plan.
Best for: Analysis and problem‑solving with visible reasoning.
ROLE
Set the model’s role, objectives, limitations, and evaluation rubric.
Role: {{expert}}
Objectives: {{goals}}
Limitations: {{scope, do/don’t}}
Evaluation: {{how output will be judged}}
Self‑Consistency / SxS
Generate multiple candidates, then compare side‑by‑side and select the best.
Produce 3 solutions with different approaches.
Then compare them side‑by‑side and select the best with a brief rationale.
Copy‑Paste Examples
- Marketing brief using CRISPE
- Technical RFC using ROLE
- Data analysis using APE + SxS
When to Use Which Framework
- CRISPE: strict constraints, multi‑step tasks
- APE: problems requiring planning
- ROLE: governance and safety
- SxS: creative or ambiguous tasks
FAQ
What’s the most reliable prompt framework in 2025? CRISPE for constrained tasks; APE when reasoning quality matters.
Do frameworks work across ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini? Yes. Adjust tone/limits and provide examples suited to each model.
See also: Advanced Prompting Techniques for 2025 and our pillar Prompt Engineering in 2025.