ChatGPT commands, plugins and hidden features
OpenAI's ChatGPT on the web and in the apps: Apps in ChatGPT, GPTs, Projects, deep research and agent mode.
Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts and input prefixes
Features
Built-in features worth knowing
Plugin directoryPlugins bundle apps, skills and templates, and ChatGPT and Codex share them. It replaces the old app directory.New 2026-07Apps in ChatGPTCall outside services such as Canva, Spotify, Zillow, Expedia, Figma and Coursera from inside a chat.Custom GPTs shutdownCustom GPTs end on 2026-12-11 and are replaced by plugins.New 2026-09Plugin structureA package that holds skills (instructions and materials) and MCP servers, and can be discovered, installed, shared and published.New 2026-09Plugin interactive panels, sidebars and file viewersPlugins can now have their own panels and sidebars.New 2026-09Plugin multiple accountsPlugins other than Gmail and Calendar can now connect more than one account.New 2026-09iCloud Mail and Calendar pluginYou can connect iCloud Mail and Calendar on every plan.New 2026-10ChatGPT WorkRuns a single task on a connected computer or a cloud container.DotsAn always-on agent that keeps working between chats. It uses its own cloud computer and browser, and sends a notification when it needs a decision.New 2026-09SpaceShared pages and a collaboration space. It replaces Library, and you can @mention a dot.New 2026-09Sites / Pages / AutomationsBuild a site to publish, edit and share, and set up recurring cloud schedules.New 2026-09Meetings pluginSaves meeting notes, summaries and action items to a Space. It is a macOS beta.New 2026-09SlidesCreate presentations and edit them together with ChatGPT.New 2026-10GPT-6 + Intelligent UIResponses that combine text, visuals and interactive tools.New 2026-10Locked chatsHides chosen chats from your history and search, and opens them only with a PIN or device authentication.New 2026-10Audio uploadTranscribe a recording, summarize it and ask questions about it.New 2026-10Privacy CenterPuts the settings for chats, memory, personalization, data and connected apps in one place.New 2026-09End of automatic Thinking switchChatGPT no longer switches from Instant to Thinking on its own, so you choose it yourself.New 2026-09ChatGPT for WordUse ChatGPT inside Microsoft Word. Available on Business.New 2026-09FinancesHelps organize your financial information.New 2026-10Health tabExplains your health data.New 2026-09Virtual try-onLets you try on clothes virtually.New 2026-10Pricing tier changesPro 100, Pro 200 and Pro 500 ($500) are now available, and the Work and Codex limits doubled.New 2026-09Atlas browser shutdownReports say the standalone browser ended on 2026-08-09 and its browser agent moved into ChatGPT and Codex.Tools menuPick Deep research, Create image, Study, Web search or Canvas from the menu.Deep researchSearches many sources and writes a long report with citations.Agent modeBrowses the web with a virtual computer and handles bookings and document tasks. Available on paid plans.Study modeGuides your learning with step-by-step questions instead of giving the answer.CanvasEdit writing and code together in a side window.ProjectsA work folder that groups files and instructions. It stays separate from Space.MemoryRemembers preferences and facts from your chats, and you manage them in Settings.Custom instructionsSets the answer style and background that apply to every chat.VoiceTalk by voice. A stronger model answers the hard questions.New 2026-09PulseSends you a personalized briefing every morning.Image generationCreates images with GPT Image 2.5.
Tips
Things most people find out late