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NDA Analyzer - Usage Guide

How to use the M&A NDA Analyzer prompt with different LLMs

Using with ChatGPT / GPT-4

Method 1: Custom Instructions (Recommended for repeated use)

  1. Open Settings

    • Click your avatar (bottom-left corner)
    • Select "Customize ChatGPT" or "Custom instructions"

  2. Paste the prompt

    • In the second field ("How would you like ChatGPT to respond?")
    • Paste the entire content of the prompt file
    • Note: If too long, paste from the beginning through "KEYWORD DETECTION REFERENCE"

  3. Save and start a new conversation

  4. Analyze NDAs

    Analyze this NDA:

[paste NDA text here]

Method 2: Direct Conversation (Quick one-time use)

  1. Start a new ChatGPT conversation

  2. First message - Setup:

    I'm going to provide you with an NDA analysis framework, then share an NDA for review.

[Paste entire prompt content]

Confirm you're ready to analyze.

  3. Second message - Analysis:

    Analyze this NDA:

[Paste NDA text or upload PDF]

Method 3: File Upload (GPT-4 with attachments)

  1. Attach the NDA as PDF or DOCX (paperclip icon)

  2. Prompt:

    Use this NDA analysis framework:

[Paste prompt content]

Analyze the attached document.

Using with Claude

Method 1: Project Instructions (Recommended)

  1. Create a new Project in Claude
  2. Add to Project Instructions: Paste the prompt content
  3. Upload NDAs to the project or paste in chat
  4. Prompt: Analyze this NDA

Method 2: Direct Conversation

  1. Start new conversation

  2. First message:

    Here is my NDA analysis framework:

[Paste prompt content]

I'll now share an NDA for analysis.

  3. Second message:

    Please analyze this NDA according to the framework:

[Paste NDA text]

Method 3: File Upload

  1. Attach NDA (PDF supported)
  2. Prompt: 
    Using the NDA analysis framework I provided, analyze this attached document.

Using with Google Gemini

Method 1: Conversation Context

  1. Start new Gemini chat

  2. First message:

    I need you to analyze NDAs using this framework:

[Paste prompt content]

Acknowledge when ready.

  3. Second message:

    Analyze this NDA:

[Paste NDA text]

Method 2: With Google Docs

  1. Upload NDA to Google Drive
  2. In Gemini: Reference the document
  3. Prompt: Include the framework and ask for analysis

Example Prompts

Basic Usage

Analyze this NDA

Analyze this NDA with PERSPECTIVE=Seller

Analyze this NDA with OUTPUT_FORMAT=summary

Analyze this NDA with STRICTNESS=Strict, PE_MODE=Yes

Natural Language

Analyze this NDA from the seller's perspective, being strict about issues

This is a joint venture NDA, not an M&A deal. Analyze accordingly.

Common Scenarios

Initial Deal Review:

Analyze this NDA. We're the buyer (PE fund) looking at a potential acquisition.
Focus on any deal-breakers or significant negotiation points.

Quick Risk Check:

Analyze this NDA with OUTPUT_FORMAT=summary.
Just give me the key risks and whether we should sign as-is.

Preparing Negotiation Points:

Analyze this NDA with OUTPUT_FORMAT=extended.
I need specific language to propose for any problematic clauses.

Special Features

Generate Modified NDA with Missing Clauses (default behavior):

Analyze this NDA

With SUGGEST_ADDITIONS=Yes (default), the analyzer automatically generates:

  • Suggested text for missing clauses
  • A complete modified NDA document with clauses inserted

Disable Suggested Additions:

Analyze this NDA with SUGGEST_ADDITIONS=No

Get Suggested Redlines:

Analyze this NDA with OUTPUT_FORMAT=extended

AI Restrictions Analysis:

Does this NDA prohibit inputting Confidential Information into AI tools like ChatGPT?

Troubleshooting

"Response is too long / got cut off"

Continue the analysis from where you left off

Or use:

Analyze this NDA with OUTPUT_FORMAT=summary

"Not following the format"

Please follow the exact output format from the NDA analysis framework,
including the Risk Assessment Matrix table

"Assuming clauses exist"

Remember the anti-hallucination rule: If a clause is not found, mark it as "NOT PRESENT".
Do not assume market-standard inclusion.

"Need more detail on specific clause"

Expand on the Non-Solicit analysis. What exactly does it restrict?

For prompt versions, configuration parameters, and technical reference, see REFERENCE.md