How AI Reads Your Words (The Secret Behind Tokens)

What really happens when you type into AI? Every word you enter isn’t understood like humans think. Instead, AI breaks your input into smaller units called tokens — and this process completely changes how AI reads, understands, and responds. In this video, we break down: • What tokens actually are • How AI splits your words • Why spacing, punctuation, and phrasing matter • How tokens impact cost, speed, and accuracy • Why AI sometimes misunderstands simple questions This is one of the most important concepts behind ChatGPT, LLMs, and modern AI systems — explained in a simple, visual way. I…