Guardrails for Controlled AI Output

Often, you want an AI to be creative but stay within certain boundaries. Instead of just hoping it doesn't go off-topic or generate inappropriate content, you can implement 'guardrails.' This means explicitly instructing the AI on what it *must* or *must not* include, or defining specific formats. For example, a teacher generating quiz questions might specify: 'Create 5 multiple-choice questions about renewable energy. Each question must have exactly 4 options, one correct answer, and avoid any mention of nuclear power.' This is more precise than just saying 'Write questions about energy,' preventing unwanted results.