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30 ChatGPT Homecoming Photo Prompts to make the night unforgettable

30 copy-paste prompts

Upload one clear selfie or half-body photo, swap in [YOUR PHOTO], and ChatGPT (GPT-4o) restyles it into elegant homecoming portraits: golden-hour porches, ballroom lights, dresses and couple poses, all while keeping your real face. Copy, paste, and build a full dance gallery fast.

In short: This page contains 30 copy-paste ready prompts, organized into 6 categories with a description and pro tip for each. The first 5 prompts are free instantly, no signup needed. Hand-curated and tested by the AI Academy team.

Louis Corneloup
By Louis Corneloup · Founder, Techpresso
Last updated ·Hand-curated & tested by the AI Academy team

Settings & Backdrops

5 prompts

Front Porch Send-Off

1/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT turns [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait on a classic front porch in soft golden-hour light with manicured greenery. Upload a clear shot, then keep the warm send-off that still looks like you.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait on a classic front porch with soft golden-hour light and manicured greenery around me. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a warm suburban backdrop, a natural standing pose, and a polished but candid feel like a pre-dance send-off. Frame me from the knees up. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Ask for 'warm late-afternoon light' to nail the pre-dance golden-hour glow.

Grand Staircase Entrance

2/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a homecoming portrait descending a grand staircase under chandelier light, one hand on the railing. Save the graceful entrance and post it, or generate again if the pose feels stiff.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait descending an elegant grand staircase with soft chandelier light overhead. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a luxurious interior, one hand resting on the railing, and a graceful, confident pose. Let my dress catch the ambient glow. Frame the full scene. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Staircase and full-length looks read best vertical — stick to 3:4.

Garden Backdrop

3/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT converts [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait in a lush garden with blooms, trimmed hedges, and dappled sunlight. Pick the freshest outdoor take and send it before the dance.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait in a lush garden with blooming flowers, trimmed hedges, and dappled sunlight. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add soft natural light, a relaxed elegant pose, and a fresh outdoor color palette. Include a floral arch softly blurred behind me. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'dappled sunlight through leaves' for a natural, non-flat outdoor look.

Ballroom Dance Floor

4/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT places [YOUR PHOTO] on a decorated ballroom dance floor with string lights, a shimmering backdrop, and soft bokeh. Download the festive frame and share it as your night-of post.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait on a decorated ballroom dance floor with string lights, a shimmering backdrop, and warm ambient glow. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add soft bokeh from the lights, a festive dance mood, and gentle motion energy. Frame me from the waist up. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Request 'soft bokeh from string lights' so the background sparkles without clutter.

City Street Evening

5/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a chic homecoming portrait on a downtown street at dusk, with warm storefront lights behind you. Keep the confident evening crop and use it as a story cover.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a stylish homecoming portrait on a downtown street at dusk, with warm storefront lights and a soft city glow behind me. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a chic urban backdrop, gentle evening light on my face, and a confident, editorial mood. Frame a three-quarter shot. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Ask for 'shallow depth of field' so the street lights blur into soft glow.

Lighting & Mood

5 prompts

Golden Hour Glow

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✨ What it does

ChatGPT drenches [YOUR PHOTO] in golden-hour homecoming light with a soft haze, gentle flare, and glowing rim light on the hair. Hold the dreamiest sun-kissed take, then regenerate if the flare covers your face.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait drenched in warm golden-hour sunlight with a soft haze and gentle lens flare. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add glowing rim light on my hair, a sun-kissed complexion, and a dreamy blurred background. Frame me from the chest up, looking softly away. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Add 'backlit rim light' so your outline catches a warm glowing edge.

Twinkle-Light Bokeh

7/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT wraps [YOUR PHOTO] in an evening homecoming portrait with warm twinkle lights melting into bokeh behind you. Set the magical night shot as your lock screen, or try a tighter crop.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into an evening homecoming portrait surrounded by warm twinkle lights that melt into soft bokeh behind me. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add cozy golden light on my face, a magical nighttime mood, and a shallow depth of field. Keep me sharp and the lights dreamy. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Fairy-light bokeh looks best on a darker background — request 'dim evening scene'.

Soft Studio Beauty Light

8/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a flattering homecoming beauty portrait with even ring-light, catchlights, and a pastel backdrop. Compare the radiant close-up to your real makeup, then keep the freshest glow.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a flattering homecoming beauty portrait with soft, even ring-light illumination and a gentle glow. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add subtle catchlights in my eyes, a smooth pastel background, and a fresh, radiant complexion that still looks natural. Frame a close head-and-shoulders shot. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Add 'keep natural skin texture' so the beauty light doesn't over-smooth your face.

Dramatic Spotlight

9/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT lights [YOUR PHOTO] with a single dramatic spotlight against a dark homecoming backdrop, deep shadows, and crisp highlights. Export the bold editorial take if the glam still reads as you.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a striking homecoming portrait lit by a single dramatic spotlight against a dark backdrop. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add deep elegant shadows, a glamorous mood, and crisp highlights on my face and dress. Keep the composition bold and editorial. Frame a waist-up shot. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'gentle shadows on the face' so the drama doesn't hide your features.

Cool Blue Evening

10/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT turns [YOUR PHOTO] into a cool-blue twilight homecoming portrait with a cinematic mood and balanced skin. Post the moody dusk frame after the dance, or run it again with warmer light.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait in cool blue evening light with a moody twilight backdrop and soft ambient glow. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a calm, cinematic atmosphere, gentle contrast, and balanced light on my face so skin tones stay warm and natural. Frame me from the chest up. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Ask it to 'keep skin tones warm' so the blue cast doesn't drain your complexion.

Poses & Framing

5 prompts

Full-Length Dress Reveal

11/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a full-length homecoming portrait showing the entire dress in a graceful, confident stance. Check the hem and shoes, then print the head-to-toe shot.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a full-length homecoming portrait showing my entire dress, posed confidently with a graceful stance. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add flattering head-to-toe lighting, an elegant backdrop, and a polished editorial finish that highlights the dress silhouette and shoes. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Mention your real height and build so the full-body proportions stay accurate.

Over-the-Shoulder Glance

12/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT shoots [YOUR PHOTO] from behind as you glance over your shoulder, highlighting the back detail of the dress. Send the elegant look-back to whoever did the zipper.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait shot from behind as I glance back over my shoulder toward the camera. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add soft evening light, a blurred backdrop, and an elegant mood that highlights the back detail of my dress. Keep my face clearly visible. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Ask to 'keep the face fully visible' so the back-turned angle still shows you.

Seated Elegance

13/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT seats [YOUR PHOTO] on an ornate bench or steps with the dress arranged gracefully in warm ambient light. Tape the poised seated frame into a scrapbook, or generate a wider crop.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a relaxed homecoming portrait seated on an ornate bench or steps with my dress arranged gracefully. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add warm ambient lighting, a poised seated pose, and a refined, dreamy atmosphere. Frame the composition to include the flowing fabric. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Seated poses read calmer and more elegant — great for a softer, dreamy set.

Candid Walking Shot

14/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT captures [YOUR PHOTO] mid-stride walking toward the camera with a natural smile and motion in the dress. Drop the liveliest step in the group chat.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait captured mid-stride as I walk toward the camera with a natural smile. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add gentle motion in my dress, warm evening light, and a lively, candid feel. Keep me sharp with a softly blurred background. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'slight motion in the fabric' so the walk feels alive, not stiff.

Close-Up Confident Smile

15/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT tightens [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming close-up of a confident, genuine smile with warm bokeh lights behind you. Screenshot the joyful crop and use it as your announcement photo.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming close-up capturing a confident, genuine smile. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add soft bokeh lights behind me, warm flattering light on my face, and a joyful, in-the-moment feel. Focus tightly on my expression from the shoulders up. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Request 'genuine, relaxed smile' to avoid a stiff or posed grin.

Dress & Style Variations

5 prompts

Flowing Formal Gown

16/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] in a flowing floor-length formal gown with an updo, delicate jewelry, and a refined backdrop. Take the full-gown shot to the salon when you pick a color.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait wearing a flowing floor-length formal gown in a color of my choice, styled elegantly. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a glamorous updo, delicate jewelry, and a refined backdrop. Show the full gown with a graceful pose that highlights its silhouette. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Name the gown color, length, and neckline so it doesn't default to a random dress.

Short Sparkle Dress

17/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT puts [YOUR PHOTO] in a short sparkly cocktail dress under glowing party light, with statement earrings and a lively pose. Wear that sparkle energy to the dance, or try a calmer stance next.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a fun homecoming portrait in a short sparkly cocktail dress that catches the light. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add glowing party lighting, sparkling reflections, statement earrings, and a lively, confident pose. Frame a three-quarter-length shot against a festive backdrop. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'sequins catching directional light' for shimmer that looks dimensional.

Classic Tuxedo Look

18/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT dresses [YOUR PHOTO] in a tailored tuxedo or suit with a coordinated tie and a confident stance. Show the sharp formal take to the shop before you rent.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a sharp homecoming portrait in a tailored tuxedo or suit with a coordinated tie or bow tie. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add clean formal lighting, a confident stance, and a polished backdrop. Show crisp tailoring and a refined, put-together mood. Frame a three-quarter shot. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Specify suit color and tie style so the styling matches your date's dress.

Trendy Two-Piece

19/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] in a trendy two-piece set with sleek hair, contemporary accessories, and a stylish backdrop. Decide if that cut is the one you want, then save the on-trend look.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a modern homecoming portrait in a trendy two-piece set with contemporary styling and accessories. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add fashionable lighting, sleek hair, and a stylish backdrop. Give it a current, on-trend fashion energy. Frame a confident waist-up composition. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Add a hairstyle keyword to lock the look ('sleek ponytail', 'soft waves').

Boutonniere & Corsage Detail

20/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT highlights a corsage on the wrist or a boutonniere on the lapel in [YOUR PHOTO], keeping the floral detail crisp. Text the detail shot to your date so the flowers match.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait highlighting a coordinated corsage on my wrist or a boutonniere on my lapel. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add soft warm lighting, refined styling, and a composition that keeps the floral detail crisp and in focus. Frame a chest-up shot. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Name the flower and color so the corsage matches your real outfit palette.

Couple & Group Shots

5 prompts

Couple Golden-Hour Portrait

21/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT turns [YOUR PHOTO] into a romantic homecoming couple portrait in golden-hour light, standing close in coordinated formalwear. Confirm both faces still look right, then share the warm outdoor pair.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a romantic homecoming couple portrait in warm golden-hour light, with my date standing close beside me. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a soft outdoor backdrop, coordinated formal outfits, and a natural, affectionate pose. Keep both faces clearly lit and in focus. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Upload a clear photo of both people separately for the strongest couple likeness.

Dance-Floor Slow Dance

22/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a couple sharing a slow dance under string lights on a decorated floor. Share the intimate bokeh take after the last song.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming couple portrait sharing a slow dance under soft string lights on a decorated floor. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add gentle motion, warm bokeh lights, and an intimate, joyful mood. Keep both faces visible and sharply lit. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'both faces clearly visible' so the pose doesn't hide either person.

Best-Friends Duo

23/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT converts [YOUR PHOTO] into a fun homecoming duo of you and your best friend in coordinated outfits with even light. Count both likenesses, then post the playful pair.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a fun homecoming portrait of me and my best friend posing together in coordinated outfits. Keep our exact faces, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter our features, age, or skin tone. Add a cheerful backdrop, warm even lighting, and a playful, candid energy. Keep both of us sharp and clearly in frame. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Provide separate clear photos of each friend for the best combined result.

Squad Group Photo

24/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT turns [YOUR PHOTO] into a lively homecoming group portrait in stylish formalwear against a decorated backdrop. Scan every face, then drop the squad shot in the chat.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a lively homecoming group portrait with friends arranged together in stylish formalwear. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add a decorated backdrop, warm balanced lighting, and a fun, celebratory group energy. Keep faces clear and evenly lit across the frame. 16:9.

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Pro tip: Group shots work best wide — use 16:9 to fit everyone comfortably.

Playful Candid Laugh

25/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a candid couple portrait mid-laugh, with warm evening light and a soft blurred backdrop. Keep the genuine laugh and send it to the two of you.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a candid homecoming couple portrait mid-laugh, capturing a genuine, joyful moment. Keep our exact faces, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter our features, age, or skin tone. Add warm evening light, a soft blurred backdrop, and an easy, playful energy. Keep both faces sharp and naturally lit. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Ask for 'genuine mid-laugh' rather than 'smiling' for a more natural feel.

Fixes & Use-Cases

5 prompts

Upgrade a Phone Snapshot

26/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT upgrades [YOUR PHOTO] from a rushed phone snapshot into a polished homecoming portrait with cleaner light and a tidy backdrop. Compare it to the original, then keep the brighter finish.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] from a casual phone snapshot into a polished homecoming portrait with improved lighting, a clean backdrop, and a professional finish. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Fix harsh shadows and dull tones, add flattering even light, and enhance the composition while keeping it realistic. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Upload the sharpest photo you have — a blurry face can't be recovered.

Fix Harsh Flash

27/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT fixes harsh on-camera flash in [YOUR PHOTO], swapping it for soft homecoming light and restored natural skin. Download the rescued frame if the wash-out is gone.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] to fix a harsh on-camera flash, replacing it with soft, flattering homecoming lighting and balanced tones. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Remove blown-out highlights and flat shadows, restore natural skin tone, and add a gentle glow. Keep the result realistic and true to life. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Say 'remove blown-out highlights' so over-exposed skin gets recovered.

Social Media Announcement

28/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT converts [YOUR PHOTO] into a square homecoming portrait with a bold backdrop and vibrant colors built to pop on Instagram. Center your face, then post the feed-ready square.

Convert [YOUR PHOTO] into a square homecoming portrait optimized for Instagram, with a bold, eye-catching backdrop and vibrant colors. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add trendy lighting, a confident pose, and a fun mood that stands out in a feed. Center me clearly in the frame. 1:1 square.

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Pro tip: Use 1:1 for the grid and 4:5 for the tallest feed footprint.

Clean Background Swap

29/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT replaces a messy background in [YOUR PHOTO] with a clean, elegant homecoming setting while you stay exactly as you are. Check the edges, then save the tidy swap.

Turn [YOUR PHOTO] into a homecoming portrait by replacing a messy or distracting background with a clean, elegant setting while keeping me exactly as I am. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Match the new lighting to my outfit and blend the edges naturally so it looks real. 4:5 portrait.

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Pro tip: Name the replacement scene ('soft garden', 'ballroom') so it isn't random.

Print-Ready Keepsake

30/30

✨ What it does

ChatGPT restyles [YOUR PHOTO] as a refined, print-ready homecoming portrait with timeless lighting and a classic backdrop. Take the crisp keeper to the print shop and frame it.

Restyle [YOUR PHOTO] into a refined homecoming portrait suitable for framing or a keepsake print, with elegant lighting and a timeless composition. Keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged — do not alter my features, age, or skin tone. Add balanced tones, crisp detail, and a classic backdrop that will look great on a wall or in an album. 3:4 portrait.

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Pro tip: Choose 3:4 or 4:5 for standard print sizes so nothing gets cropped.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, as long as you keep the line 'keep my exact face, likeness, and identity unchanged' in every prompt. Upload one clear, well-lit photo where your face is fully visible. If a result drifts, regenerate or upload a sharper source photo.
Yes. The couple and group prompts work best when you upload a clear, separate photo of each person so the model can preserve every face. Include the identity-preservation line for all people in the shot.
Use a sharp, front-facing photo with even lighting and your full face visible — no sunglasses, heavy shadows, or blur. A waist-up shot gives the model more to work with for outfits and poses.
The prompts are free to copy and paste. You'll need ChatGPT with image generation (GPT-4o), which is available with limits on the free tier and unlimited on paid plans.
GPT-4o's native image generation is the best fit because it can restyle the scene while keeping your likeness. Enable image generation, attach your photo, and paste the prompt.