Documentation 2026-07-22 20:02 UTC to 2026-07-23 10:59 UTC

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30 title: "Work mode admin FAQ",30 title: "ChatGPT Work admin FAQ",

31 description:31 description:

32 "Review access, data, governance, usage, and incident controls for Work mode.",32 "Review access, data, governance, usage, and incident controls for ChatGPT Work.",

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1# Speed1# Speed

2 2 

3<strong>Work mode and Codex share usage.</strong> Work mode usage inside3<strong>ChatGPT Work and Codex share usage.</strong> Both use the same

4 ChatGPT uses the same pricing, credits, and usage limits as Codex. See [Codex4 pricing, credits, and usage limits. See [Codex pricing](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing) for

5 pricing](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing) for details.5 details.

6 6 

7## Fast mode7## Fast mode

8 8 

1# Subagents1# Subagents

2 2 

3Work mode and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized3ChatGPT Work and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized

4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can

5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as

6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.

104 104 

105 105 

106 106 

107Scheduled tasks in Work mode on the web, or in Work mode or Codex in the ChatGPT107Scheduled tasks created with ChatGPT Work on the web, or with ChatGPT Work or

108desktop app, can use plugins. Scheduled tasks can also use skills. To keep scheduled108Codex in the desktop app, can use plugins. Scheduled tasks can also use

109tasks maintainable and shareable across teams, use [skills](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-skills) to109skills. To keep scheduled tasks maintainable and shareable across teams, use

110define the action and provide tools and context. Select or invoke a specific110[skills](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-skills) to define the action and provide tools and context.

111skill in the task prompt when the workflow shouldn't rely on automatic tool111Select or invoke a specific skill in the task prompt when the workflow shouldn't

112selection.112rely on automatic tool selection.

113 113 

114## Ask ChatGPT to create or update scheduled tasks114## Ask ChatGPT to create or update scheduled tasks

115 115 

44 44 

45## Computer Use in the browser45## Computer Use in the browser

46 46 

47In the desktop app, Computer Use lets ChatGPT in Work mode or Codex operate the47In the desktop app, Computer Use lets ChatGPT Work or Codex operate the

48built-in browser directly. The selected experience can open pages, click, type,48built-in browser directly. The selected experience can open pages, click, type,

49inspect rendered state, take screenshots, and verify the result of its work in49inspect rendered state, take screenshots, and verify the result of its work in

50the page.50the page.

51 51 

52Select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Open the Plugins52Select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Open the Plugins

53Directory and install **Browser**. Then ask ChatGPT or Codex to use the browser53Directory and install **Browser**. Then ask ChatGPT or Codex to use the browser

54in your task, or reference it directly with `@Browser`.54in your task, or reference it directly with `@Browser`.

55 55 

76 76 

77## Start a Chrome task from ChatGPT77## Start a Chrome task from ChatGPT

78 78 

79After the plugin setup is complete, start a new chat in Work mode or Codex. ChatGPT79After the plugin setup is complete, start a new ChatGPT Work or Codex chat. ChatGPT

80can use Chrome automatically when a task needs a website and you're already80can use Chrome automatically when a task needs a website and you're already

81signed in to Chrome. You can also invoke it directly in a prompt:81signed in to Chrome. You can also invoke it directly in a prompt:

82 82 

178 it doesn't load or mentions a missing native host, remove and re-add the178 it doesn't load or mentions a missing native host, remove and re-add the

179 Chrome plugin from **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app, then follow the179 Chrome plugin from **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app, then follow the

180 setup flow again.180 setup flow again.

1813. In the app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Open1813. In the app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Open

182 **Plugins** and confirm that the Chrome plugin is on. If the plugin is off,182 **Plugins** and confirm that the Chrome plugin is on. If the plugin is off,

183 turn it on and try the task again.183 turn it on and try the task again.

1844. Make sure you are using the same Chrome profile where the extension is1844. Make sure you are using the same Chrome profile where the extension is

185 installed. If you use more than one Chrome profile, install and enable the185 installed. If you use more than one Chrome profile, install and enable the

186 extension in the active profile.186 extension in the active profile.

1875. Start a new chat in Work mode or Codex and try the Chrome task again. This can1875. Start a new ChatGPT Work or Codex chat and try the Chrome task again. This can

188 clear chat-specific connection state.188 clear chat-specific connection state.

1896. Restart the ChatGPT desktop app, then try again. If the extension still1896. Restart the ChatGPT desktop app, then try again. If the extension still

190 doesn't connect, uninstall the Chrome extension, remove and re-add the Chrome190 doesn't connect, uninstall the Chrome extension, remove and re-add the Chrome

1# Computer Use1# Computer Use

2 2 

3In supported regions, Computer Use in the ChatGPT desktop app is available on3In supported regions, Computer Use in the ChatGPT desktop app is available on

4 macOS and Windows in Work mode and Codex. Install the Computer Use plugin. On4 macOS and Windows with ChatGPT Work and Codex. Install the Computer Use

5 macOS, grant Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions when prompted.5 plugin. On macOS, grant Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions when

6 prompted.

6 7 

7With Computer Use, ChatGPT can see and operate graphical user interfaces on macOS8With Computer Use, ChatGPT can see and operate graphical user interfaces on macOS

8or Windows. Use it for tasks where command-line tools or structured integrations9or Windows. Use it for tasks where command-line tools or structured integrations

16 17 

17## Set up Computer Use18## Set up Computer Use

18 19 

19In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select20In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work in the switcher, or select

20Codex. Open **Plugins > Computer21Codex. Open **Plugins > Computer

21Use** and select **Install plugin** if prompted. If ChatGPT shows **Enable**,22Use** and select **Install plugin** if prompted. If ChatGPT shows **Enable**,

22select it. Turn on the Computer Use server and skill toggles, then select **Try23select it. Turn on the Computer Use server and skill toggles, then select **Try

73 73 

74For some apps and websites, including Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, and74For some apps and websites, including Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, and

75Google Slides, ChatGPT may receive only the visible screenshot and may not receive75Google Slides, ChatGPT may receive only the visible screenshot and may not receive

76the full document or off-screen text. In Work mode or Codex, ChatGPT can use a76the full document or off-screen text. In ChatGPT Work or Codex, ChatGPT can use a

77matching installed plugin to access the relevant app content and help with your77matching installed plugin to access the relevant app content and help with your

78request.78request.

79 79 

104 104 

105 105 

106 106 

107Scheduled tasks in Work mode on the web, or in Work mode or Codex in the ChatGPT107Scheduled tasks created with ChatGPT Work on the web, or with ChatGPT Work or

108desktop app, can use plugins. Scheduled tasks can also use skills. To keep scheduled108Codex in the desktop app, can use plugins. Scheduled tasks can also use

109tasks maintainable and shareable across teams, use [skills](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-skills) to109skills. To keep scheduled tasks maintainable and shareable across teams, use

110define the action and provide tools and context. Select or invoke a specific110[skills](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-skills) to define the action and provide tools and context.

111skill in the task prompt when the workflow shouldn't rely on automatic tool111Select or invoke a specific skill in the task prompt when the workflow shouldn't

112selection.112rely on automatic tool selection.

113 113 

114## Ask ChatGPT to create or update scheduled tasks114## Ask ChatGPT to create or update scheduled tasks

115 115 

44 44 

45## Computer Use in the browser45## Computer Use in the browser

46 46 

47In the desktop app, Computer Use lets ChatGPT in Work mode or Codex operate the47In the desktop app, Computer Use lets ChatGPT Work or Codex operate the

48built-in browser directly. The selected experience can open pages, click, type,48built-in browser directly. The selected experience can open pages, click, type,

49inspect rendered state, take screenshots, and verify the result of its work in49inspect rendered state, take screenshots, and verify the result of its work in

50the page.50the page.

51 51 

52Select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Open the Plugins52Select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Open the Plugins

53Directory and install **Browser**. Then ask ChatGPT or Codex to use the browser53Directory and install **Browser**. Then ask ChatGPT or Codex to use the browser

54in your task, or reference it directly with `@Browser`.54in your task, or reference it directly with `@Browser`.

55 55 

1# Build plugins1# Build plugins

2 2 

3This page is for plugin authors. If you want to browse, install, and use3This page is for plugin authors. If you want to browse, install, and use

4plugins in Work mode in ChatGPT on the web or in Work mode or Codex in the4plugins with ChatGPT Work on the web or with ChatGPT Work or Codex in the

5ChatGPT desktop app, see [Plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins). If you are still iterating on5ChatGPT desktop app, see [Plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins). If you are still iterating on

6one repo or one personal workflow, start with a local skill. Build a plugin when6one repo or one personal workflow, start with a local skill. Build a plugin when

7you want to share that workflow across teams, bundle connectors or MCP config,7you want to share that workflow across teams, bundle connectors or MCP config,

584. After ChatGPT creates it, copy the app ID from the browser URL. It starts584. After ChatGPT creates it, copy the app ID from the browser URL. It starts

59 with `plugin_asdk_app`.59 with `plugin_asdk_app`.

60 60 

61Give that `plugin_asdk_app...` ID to `@plugin-creator` in Work mode in ChatGPT61Give that `plugin_asdk_app...` ID to `@plugin-creator` in a ChatGPT Work chat

62or `$plugin-creator` in Codex. For example, in Work mode:62or `$plugin-creator` in Codex. For example, with ChatGPT Work:

63 63 

64<div class="not-prose my-6 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-subtle bg-surface shadow-sm">64<div class="not-prose my-6 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-subtle bg-surface shadow-sm">

65 <div class="border-b border-subtle bg-surface-secondary px-4 py-3">65 <div class="border-b border-subtle bg-surface-secondary px-4 py-3">

100for a single plugin, and you can keep adding entries to that same marketplace100for a single plugin, and you can keep adding entries to that same marketplace

101to build your own curated list for a repo, team, or personal workflow.101to build your own curated list for a repo, team, or personal workflow.

102 102 

103In Work mode or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app, each marketplace appears as a103In ChatGPT Work or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app, each marketplace appears as a

104selectable source in the Plugins Directory. Use104selectable source in the Plugins Directory. Use

105`$REPO_ROOT/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a repo-scoped list or105`$REPO_ROOT/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a repo-scoped list or

106`~/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a personal list. Add one entry per106`~/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a personal list. Add one entry per

295### Share a local plugin with your workspace295### Share a local plugin with your workspace

296 296 

297After you create a plugin, add it from the ChatGPT desktop app. Select ChatGPT297After you create a plugin, add it from the ChatGPT desktop app. Select ChatGPT

298and switch to Work mode, or select Codex, then open **Plugins**. You can then298and switch to Work in the switcher, or select Codex, then open **Plugins**. You can then

299share it with other members of your ChatGPT workspace.299share it with other members of your ChatGPT workspace.

300 300 

3011. Open **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app.3011. Open **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app.

2 2 

3Use agent skills to extend Codex with task-specific capabilities. A skill packages instructions, resources, and optional scripts so Codex can follow a workflow reliably. Skills build on the [open agent skills standard](https://agentskills.io).3Use agent skills to extend Codex with task-specific capabilities. A skill packages instructions, resources, and optional scripts so Codex can follow a workflow reliably. Skills build on the [open agent skills standard](https://agentskills.io).

4 4 

5Skills are the authoring format for reusable workflows. Plugins distribute reusable skills and connectors to Work mode in ChatGPT on the web and to Work mode and Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app. Codex CLI can also install plugins. Use skills to design the workflow itself, then package it as a [plugin](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-plugins) when you want other people in your workspace to install it.5Skills are the authoring format for reusable workflows. Plugins distribute reusable skills and connectors to ChatGPT Work on the web and to ChatGPT Work and Codex in the desktop app. Codex CLI can also install plugins. Use skills to design the workflow itself, then package it as a [plugin](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-plugins) when you want other people in your workspace to install it.

6 6 

7Skills are available in the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and IDE extension.7Skills are available in the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and IDE extension.

8 8 

76 76 

77## Start a Chrome task from ChatGPT77## Start a Chrome task from ChatGPT

78 78 

79After the plugin setup is complete, start a new chat in Work mode or Codex. ChatGPT79After the plugin setup is complete, start a new ChatGPT Work or Codex chat. ChatGPT

80can use Chrome automatically when a task needs a website and you're already80can use Chrome automatically when a task needs a website and you're already

81signed in to Chrome. You can also invoke it directly in a prompt:81signed in to Chrome. You can also invoke it directly in a prompt:

82 82 

178 it doesn't load or mentions a missing native host, remove and re-add the178 it doesn't load or mentions a missing native host, remove and re-add the

179 Chrome plugin from **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app, then follow the179 Chrome plugin from **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app, then follow the

180 setup flow again.180 setup flow again.

1813. In the app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Open1813. In the app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Open

182 **Plugins** and confirm that the Chrome plugin is on. If the plugin is off,182 **Plugins** and confirm that the Chrome plugin is on. If the plugin is off,

183 turn it on and try the task again.183 turn it on and try the task again.

1844. Make sure you are using the same Chrome profile where the extension is1844. Make sure you are using the same Chrome profile where the extension is

185 installed. If you use more than one Chrome profile, install and enable the185 installed. If you use more than one Chrome profile, install and enable the

186 extension in the active profile.186 extension in the active profile.

1875. Start a new chat in Work mode or Codex and try the Chrome task again. This can1875. Start a new ChatGPT Work or Codex chat and try the Chrome task again. This can

188 clear chat-specific connection state.188 clear chat-specific connection state.

1896. Restart the ChatGPT desktop app, then try again. If the extension still1896. Restart the ChatGPT desktop app, then try again. If the extension still

190 doesn't connect, uninstall the Chrome extension, remove and re-add the Chrome190 doesn't connect, uninstall the Chrome extension, remove and re-add the Chrome

1# Computer Use1# Computer Use

2 2 

3In supported regions, Computer Use in the ChatGPT desktop app is available on3In supported regions, Computer Use in the ChatGPT desktop app is available on

4 macOS and Windows in Work mode and Codex. Install the Computer Use plugin. On4 macOS and Windows with ChatGPT Work and Codex. Install the Computer Use

5 macOS, grant Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions when prompted.5 plugin. On macOS, grant Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions when

6 prompted.

6 7 

7With Computer Use, ChatGPT can see and operate graphical user interfaces on macOS8With Computer Use, ChatGPT can see and operate graphical user interfaces on macOS

8or Windows. Use it for tasks where command-line tools or structured integrations9or Windows. Use it for tasks where command-line tools or structured integrations

16 17 

17## Set up Computer Use18## Set up Computer Use

18 19 

19In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select20In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work in the switcher, or select

20Codex. Open **Plugins > Computer21Codex. Open **Plugins > Computer

21Use** and select **Install plugin** if prompted. If ChatGPT shows **Enable**,22Use** and select **Install plugin** if prompted. If ChatGPT shows **Enable**,

22select it. Turn on the Computer Use server and skill toggles, then select **Try23select it. Turn on the Computer Use server and skill toggles, then select **Try

1# Subagents1# Subagents

2 2 

3Work mode and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized3ChatGPT Work and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized

4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can

5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as

6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.

1673. Test it with non-sensitive data and the least access it needs.1673. Test it with non-sensitive data and the least access it needs.

1684. Record who owns re-review and retirement.1684. Record who owns re-review and retirement.

169 169 

170Plugins are available in Work mode in ChatGPT on the web, in Work mode and Codex170Plugins are available with ChatGPT Work on the web, and with ChatGPT Work and Codex

171in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser. They aren't171in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser. They aren't

172available in Chat mode, the IDE extension, or mobile.172available in Chat, the IDE extension, or mobile.

173 173 

174See [Plugin controls](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/apps-and-connectors) and174See [Plugin controls](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/apps-and-connectors) and

175[Skill controls](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/skills) for the complete model.175[Skill controls](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/skills) for the complete model.

9available through plugin controls and configure connector access before members9available through plugin controls and configure connector access before members

10can use the connector-backed capability.10can use the connector-backed capability.

11 11 

12Plugins are available in Work mode in ChatGPT on the web, in Work mode and Codex12Plugins are available with ChatGPT Work on the web, and with ChatGPT Work and Codex

13in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser.13in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser.

14Availability on those surfaces doesn't make plugins available in Chat mode,14Availability on those surfaces doesn't make plugins available in Chat,

15the IDE extension, or mobile.15the IDE extension, or mobile.

16 16 

17For the complete administration model, see17For the complete administration model, see

82authenticated user's provider permissions. Custom Apps SDK apps expose these82authenticated user's provider permissions. Custom Apps SDK apps expose these

83operations as tools through Model Context Protocol (MCP).83operations as tools through Model Context Protocol (MCP).

84 84 

85For non-synced connector use, ChatGPT processes data from Chat mode and deep85For non-synced connector use, ChatGPT processes data from Chat and deep

86research transiently and doesn't index it. Connectors with sync index selected86research transiently and doesn't index it. Connectors with sync index selected

87connected content in advance. This indexing distinction doesn't replace normal87connected content in advance. This indexing distinction doesn't replace normal

88chat-retention controls; chats that use plugins remain available through the88chat-retention controls; chats that use plugins remain available through the

554marketplaces or their plugins at runtime.554marketplaces or their plugins at runtime.

555 555 

556These source restrictions apply only where a local client supports plugin556These source restrictions apply only where a local client supports plugin

557marketplace operations: Work mode and Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app, and557marketplace operations: ChatGPT Work and Codex in the desktop app, and

558Codex CLI. They don't add plugins to Chat, the IDE extension, or mobile.558Codex CLI. They don't add plugins to Chat, the IDE extension, or mobile.

559 559 

560## Managed defaults (`managed_config.toml`)560## Managed defaults (`managed_config.toml`)

23transfer ChatGPT workspace ownership, sharing, role assignments, plugin23transfer ChatGPT workspace ownership, sharing, role assignments, plugin

24installation state, or connector authorization.24installation state, or connector authorization.

25 25 

26Plugins are available in Work mode in ChatGPT on the web, in Work mode and Codex26Plugins are available with ChatGPT Work on the web, and with ChatGPT Work and Codex

27in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser. They aren't27in the ChatGPT desktop app, and through the Codex CLI plugin browser. They aren't

28available in Chat mode, the IDE extension, or mobile.28available in Chat, the IDE extension, or mobile.

29 29 

30## Owning controls30## Owning controls

31 31 

1# Work mode admin FAQ1# ChatGPT Work admin FAQ

2 2 

3Work mode brings the technology behind Codex into ChatGPT for longer,3ChatGPT Work brings the technology behind Codex into ChatGPT for longer,

4multi-step tasks. It can gather context from chats, files, workspace4multi-step tasks. It can gather context from chats, files, workspace

5resources, and connected systems; use approved tools; and create review-ready5resources, and connected systems; use approved tools; and create review-ready

6outputs. Access, context, actions, network behavior, and credit use vary by6outputs. Access, context, actions, network behavior, and credit use vary by

8 8 

9## Overview9## Overview

10 10 

11Work mode lets users delegate longer, multi-step tasks to ChatGPT. It can gather11ChatGPT Work lets users delegate longer, multi-step tasks to ChatGPT. It can gather

12information from connected sources, reason across steps, create documents,12information from connected sources, reason across steps, create documents,

13presentations, or analyses, and return results for review.13presentations, or analyses, and return results for review.

14 14 

15Work mode launched July 9, 2026. For Enterprise and Edu, web and mobile access is15ChatGPT Work launched July 9, 2026. For Enterprise and Edu, web and mobile access is

16off by default during a two-week preview. Admins can enable billable usage, and16off by default during a two-week preview. Admins can enable billable usage, and

17explicit opt-outs persist when the default changes. Desktop access remains17explicit opt-outs persist when the default changes. Desktop access remains

18governed separately through Codex Local permissions and managed configuration.18governed separately through Codex Local permissions and managed configuration.

19 19 

20This FAQ explains how admins manage Work mode in ChatGPT: access and data controls,20This FAQ explains how admins manage ChatGPT Work: access and data controls,

21compliance and visibility, usage and spend, incident response, and rollout21compliance and visibility, usage and spend, incident response, and rollout

22practices.22practices.

23 23 

24## Core administrative controls24## Core administrative controls

25 25 

26Administrators govern Work mode through several control layers:26Administrators govern ChatGPT Work through several control layers:

27 27 

28- **Access to the enterprise workspace:** Identity and access controls manage28- **Access to the enterprise workspace:** Identity and access controls manage

29 authentication and access to the workspace. Depending on the plan and29 authentication and access to the workspace. Depending on the plan and

33 enforce workspace-wide MFA through your identity provider. Manage SSO and33 enforce workspace-wide MFA through your identity provider. Manage SSO and

34 related identity settings in the34 related identity settings in the

35 [Global Admin Console](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/12289294-admin-portal).35 [Global Admin Console](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/12289294-admin-portal).

36- **Access to Work mode within the workspace:** On web and mobile, admins use the36- **Access to ChatGPT Work within the workspace:** On web and mobile, admins use the

37 Work mode access control and role-based access control (RBAC) to decide who can37 ChatGPT Work access control and role-based access control (RBAC) to decide who can

38 use it. Enterprise and Edu access is off during the two-week preview;38 use it. Enterprise and Edu access is off during the two-week preview;

39 admins can enable it, and explicit opt-outs persist when the default changes.39 admins can enable it, and explicit opt-outs persist when the default changes.

40 Desktop access follows separate Codex Local permissions and40 Desktop access follows separate Codex Local permissions and

46 [Groups and provisioning](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/groups-and-provisioning).46 [Groups and provisioning](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/groups-and-provisioning).

47- **Workspace and member roles:** Built-in Owner, Admin, and Member roles47- **Workspace and member roles:** Built-in Owner, Admin, and Member roles

48 determine who can administer the workspace. Custom roles and member RBAC48 determine who can administer the workspace. Custom roles and member RBAC

49 separately control end-user access to Work mode, plugins, and other capabilities.49 separately control end-user access to ChatGPT Work, plugins, and other capabilities.

50 See50 See

51 [Roles and workspace permissions](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/roles-and-workspace-permissions).51 [Roles and workspace permissions](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/roles-and-workspace-permissions).

52- **Plugins and connectors:** Plugin policy governs plugin availability and52- **Plugins and connectors:** Plugin policy governs plugin availability and

62 admins can allow all actions, read-only actions, or a custom set and decide62 admins can allow all actions, read-only actions, or a custom set and decide

63 how newly added actions are handled. App permissions separately determine63 how newly added actions are handled. App permissions separately determine

64 when ChatGPT asks before using a connector.64 when ChatGPT asks before using a connector.

65- **Credits:** Work mode and Codex share pricing, credits, and usage limits.65- **Credits:** ChatGPT Work and Codex share pricing, credits, and usage limits.

66 Eligible Enterprise and Edu admins can set monthly per-user limits through a66 Eligible Enterprise and Edu admins can set monthly per-user limits through a

67 workspace default, group defaults, and individual overrides. Users can67 workspace default, group defaults, and individual overrides. Users can

68 request increases when the workspace allows it. Business follows a separate68 request increases when the workspace allows it. Business follows a separate

79 79 

80### How are access to data, systems, and user actions protected?80### How are access to data, systems, and user actions protected?

81 81 

82Work mode is governed by the identity, access, and permission controls already82ChatGPT Work is governed by the identity, access, and permission controls already

83established in your ChatGPT workspace. Administrators use identity management,83established in your ChatGPT workspace. Administrators use identity management,

84[RBAC](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/11750701-rbac), and workspace roles84[RBAC](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/11750701-rbac), and workspace roles

85to determine who can use Work mode.85to determine who can use ChatGPT Work.

86 86 

87Where supported, access can be synchronized with your identity provider through87Where supported, access can be synchronized with your identity provider through

88[SCIM](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/10011769-openai-platform-scim-integration-faq)88[SCIM](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/10011769-openai-platform-scim-integration-faq)

89and group synchronization. This lets you manage access and permissions centrally89and group synchronization. This lets you manage access and permissions centrally

90as employees join the organization, change roles, or leave.90as employees join the organization, change roles, or leave.

91 91 

92Underlying source systems continue to enforce access to enterprise data. Work mode92Underlying source systems continue to enforce access to enterprise data. ChatGPT Work

93respects the permissions defined in connected applications, so users and agents93respects the permissions defined in connected applications, so users and agents

94can access only files, repositories, channels, records, and actions they are94can access only files, repositories, channels, records, and actions they are

95authorized to use. Work mode doesn't bypass existing access controls or grant new95authorized to use. ChatGPT Work doesn't bypass existing access controls or grant new

96permissions in connected systems.96permissions in connected systems.

97 97 

98<a id="how-does-work-access-data-and-context"></a>98<a id="how-does-work-access-data-and-context"></a>

99<a id="how-does-work-mode-access-data-and-context"></a>

99 100 

100### How does Work mode access data and context?101### How does ChatGPT Work access data and context?

101 102 

102Work mode can use the current chat, uploaded files, workspace resources, and103ChatGPT Work can use the current chat, uploaded files, workspace resources, and

103connected systems through plugins. Depending on enabled capabilities and104connected systems through plugins. Depending on enabled capabilities and

104permissions, this can include documents, repositories, tickets, channels,105permissions, this can include documents, repositories, tickets, channels,

105email, and calendars. Files from earlier chats or memory can be available106email, and calendars. Files from earlier chats or memory can be available

108 109 

109Each context source keeps its own controls: users supply chat context,110Each context source keeps its own controls: users supply chat context,

110admins manage workspace resources, and connected systems enforce authentication111admins manage workspace resources, and connected systems enforce authentication

111and permissions. Work mode can access only information authorized for the user or an112and permissions. ChatGPT Work can access only information authorized for the user or an

112approved shared connection.113approved shared connection.

113 114 

114Work mode inherits applicable ChatGPT workspace protections. Residency, retention,115ChatGPT Work inherits applicable ChatGPT workspace protections. Residency, retention,

115logging, and feature availability vary by plan, region, surface, and connected116logging, and feature availability vary by plan, region, surface, and connected

116system, so confirm coverage for your configuration.117system, so confirm coverage for your configuration.

117 118 

144## Compliance145## Compliance

145 146 

146<a id="how-does-work-support-enterprise-privacy-and-data-commitments"></a>147<a id="how-does-work-support-enterprise-privacy-and-data-commitments"></a>

148<a id="how-does-work-mode-support-enterprise-privacy-and-data-commitments"></a>

147 149 

148### How does Work mode support enterprise privacy and data commitments?150### How does ChatGPT Work support enterprise privacy and data commitments?

149 151 

150Work mode uses the privacy, security, and data commitments applicable to the152ChatGPT Work uses the privacy, security, and data commitments applicable to the

151customer's ChatGPT workspace, subject to plan, configuration, surface, feature,153customer's ChatGPT workspace, subject to plan, configuration, surface, feature,

152and region. For ChatGPT Enterprise, this includes154and region. For ChatGPT Enterprise, this includes

153[no training on business data by default](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8983130-what-if-i-want-to-keep-my-history-on-but-disable-model-training),155[no training on business data by default](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8983130-what-if-i-want-to-keep-my-history-on-but-disable-model-training),

160and the customer's agreement for the features and regions in use.162and the customer's agreement for the features and regions in use.

161 163 

162Connected services have their own retention, logging, access, residency, and164Connected services have their own retention, logging, access, residency, and

163compliance requirements. When Work mode uses plugins, repositories, or third-party165compliance requirements. When ChatGPT Work uses plugins, repositories, or third-party

164systems, evaluate both the ChatGPT workspace controls and the connected166systems, evaluate both the ChatGPT workspace controls and the connected

165system's controls.167system's controls.

166 168 

171 173 

172### What data is stored, retained, or deleted?174### What data is stored, retained, or deleted?

173 175 

174Data retention and deletion for Work mode are governed by the ChatGPT workspace176Data retention and deletion for ChatGPT Work are governed by the ChatGPT workspace

175plan, administrative settings, and the capabilities in use. Retention can vary177plan, administrative settings, and the capabilities in use. Retention can vary

176across the information Work mode accesses. Data stored by ChatGPT follows the178across the information ChatGPT Work accesses. Data stored by ChatGPT follows the

177configured workspace retention policies, while connected applications continue179configured workspace retention policies, while connected applications continue

178to manage their own data and lifecycle policies. See180to manage their own data and lifecycle policies. See

179[Chat and file retention policies](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8983778-chat-and-file-retention-policies-in-chatgpt).181[Chat and file retention policies](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8983778-chat-and-file-retention-policies-in-chatgpt).

180 182 

181Work mode can create chat content, uploaded or generated files, artifacts,183ChatGPT Work can create chat content, uploaded or generated files, artifacts,

182and execution metadata. Codex chats can also create repository or environment184and execution metadata. Codex chats can also create repository or environment

183metadata, command output, diffs, and logs. Check the current product and185metadata, command output, diffs, and logs. Check the current product and

184[Compliance API](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/compliance-api) documentation for exact data186[Compliance API](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/enterprise/compliance-api) documentation for exact data

239 241 

240Governance spans three related but separate layers:242Governance spans three related but separate layers:

241 243 

242- **Work mode access controls** determine who can use Work mode on244- **ChatGPT Work access controls** determine who can use ChatGPT Work on

243 each surface.245 each surface.

244- **Workspace Agent controls** determine who can build, publish, share,246- **Workspace Agent controls** determine who can build, publish, share,

245 schedule, or configure reusable agents and shared connections.247 schedule, or configure reusable agents and shared connections.

249 251 

250Managed configuration constrains supported runtime behavior. It doesn't grant252Managed configuration constrains supported runtime behavior. It doesn't grant

251workspace access, replace RBAC, or revoke a user's workspace access. These253workspace access, replace RBAC, or revoke a user's workspace access. These

252layers aren't one uniform Work mode policy surface. Analytics and compliance logs254layers aren't one uniform ChatGPT Work policy surface. Analytics and compliance logs

253provide additional visibility within their documented product and event255provide additional visibility within their documented product and event

254scopes.256scopes.

255 257 

266 268 

267### Can access be scoped by group, role, workspace, or capability?269### Can access be scoped by group, role, workspace, or capability?

268 270 

269Yes. Work mode capabilities can be scoped with workspace roles, identity groups,271Yes. ChatGPT Work capabilities can be scoped with workspace roles, identity groups,

270and administrator-defined permissions. Assign capabilities to groups based on272and administrator-defined permissions. Assign capabilities to groups based on

271business need and organizational policy instead of giving every user identical273business need and organizational policy instead of giving every user identical

272access. See the274access. See the

273[RBAC guide](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/11750701-rbac) and this275[RBAC guide](https://help.openai.com/en/articles/11750701-rbac) and this

274[RBAC walkthrough](https://vimeo.com/1207482321/d1286e4467?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci).276[RBAC walkthrough](https://vimeo.com/1207482321/d1286e4467?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci).

275 277 

276Organizations can use RBAC to determine which users can access Work mode, manage278Organizations can use RBAC to determine which users can access ChatGPT Work, manage

277workspace settings, configure approved plugins, or build and publish Workspace279workspace settings, configure approved plugins, or build and publish Workspace

278Agents. For eligible Enterprise and Edu workspaces, monthly usage limits can280Agents. For eligible Enterprise and Edu workspaces, monthly usage limits can

279support a phased rollout through a workspace default, group defaults, and user281support a phased rollout through a workspace default, group defaults, and user

287 289 

288### How are runtime and network boundaries governed?290### How are runtime and network boundaries governed?

289 291 

290The security boundaries for Work mode depend on the task. A chat in Chat mode, a292The security boundaries for ChatGPT Work depend on the task. A standard Chat conversation, a

291connected workflow, a scheduled task, and a Codex chat can run in different293connected workflow, a scheduled task, and a Codex chat can run in different

292environments with different permissions, tools, and network access.294environments with different permissions, tools, and network access.

293 295 

294Govern each execution environment through its applicable controls. Work mode296Govern each execution environment through its applicable controls. ChatGPT Work

295permissions on web and mobile govern access to Work mode and supported browser or297permissions on web and mobile govern access to ChatGPT Work and supported browser or

296network capabilities. Search, plugins, Workspace Agents, and298network capabilities. Search, plugins, Workspace Agents, and

297source-system permissions remain separate controls. Desktop and Codex chats299source-system permissions remain separate controls. Desktop and Codex chats

298follow Codex permissions, managed configuration, MCP policy, sandboxing, and300follow Codex permissions, managed configuration, MCP policy, sandboxing, and

308## Usage and cost310## Usage and cost

309 311 

310<a id="how-does-work-usage-translate-into-spend-over-time"></a>312<a id="how-does-work-usage-translate-into-spend-over-time"></a>

313<a id="how-does-work-mode-usage-translate-into-spend-over-time"></a>

311 314 

312### How does Work mode usage translate into spend over time?315### How does ChatGPT Work usage translate into spend over time?

313 316 

314[Work mode and Codex share pricing, credits, and usage limits](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing).317[ChatGPT Work and Codex share pricing, credits, and usage limits](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing).

315Consumption varies with the model and capability, context size, task duration,318Consumption varies with the model and capability, context size, task duration,

316tool use, and output size. Standard Chat usage is separate.319tool use, and output size. Standard Chat usage is separate.

317 320 

400 403 

401## Recommended admin actions404## Recommended admin actions

402 405 

403- **Confirm who should have access first.** Decide whether to keep Work mode off,406- **Confirm who should have access first.** Decide whether to restrict access to

404 run a pilot, or roll out broadly. Many organizations start with power users,407 ChatGPT Work, run a pilot, or roll it out broadly. Many organizations start

405 champions, or teams with clear use cases.408 with power users, champions, or teams with clear use cases.

406- **Review roles and permissions.** In **Permissions & roles**, confirm which409- **Review roles and permissions.** In **Permissions & roles**, confirm which

407 users or groups can access Work mode. Match access to business need, readiness,410 users or groups can access ChatGPT Work. Match access to business need, readiness,

408 and governance expectations.411 and governance expectations.

409- **Review plugins and data sources.** Work mode is most useful with approved412- **Review plugins and data sources.** ChatGPT Work is most useful with approved

410 business context such as files, email, calendars, Slack, or CRM. Review413 business context such as files, email, calendars, Slack, or CRM. Review

411 enabled plugins, their audiences, and whether connector policies still match how users414 enabled plugins, their audiences, and whether connector policies still match how users

412 should delegate work.415 should delegate work.

413- **Set expectations for appropriate use cases.** Position Work mode for multi-step,416- **Set expectations for appropriate use cases.** Position ChatGPT Work for multi-step,

414 higher-value tasks such as research, synthesis, analysis, file creation,417 higher-value tasks such as research, synthesis, analysis, file creation,

415 workflow updates, and reusable outputs. Use Chat mode for quick questions,418 workflow updates, and reusable outputs. Use Chat for quick questions,

416 light rewrites, or brainstorming.419 light rewrites, or brainstorming.

417- **Review credit and usage controls.** Because Work mode can perform longer-running420- **Review credit and usage controls.** Because ChatGPT Work can perform longer-running

418 tasks, it can use more credits than a standard chat in Chat mode. Review421 tasks, it can use more credits than a standard Chat conversation. Review

419 defaults, group defaults, user overrides, and internal guidance about422 defaults, group defaults, user overrides, and internal guidance about

420 matching effort to business value.423 matching effort to business value.

421- **Identify your first high-value workflows.** Start with clear, reviewable424- **Identify your first high-value workflows.** Start with clear, reviewable

22 22 

23<WorkflowSteps>23<WorkflowSteps>

24 24 

251. In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Then open **Plugins**.251. In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Then open **Plugins**.

262. Open the **+** menu.262. Open the **+** menu.

273. Select **Record a skill**.273. Select **Record a skill**.

284. Review the suggested prompt, give Codex any helpful context, and submit it.284. Review the suggested prompt, give Codex any helpful context, and submit it.

1# Get started with Work mode1# Get started with ChatGPT Work

2 2 

3<VideoPlayer src="https://cdn.openai.com/devhub/superapp-video-v1.mp4" />3<VideoPlayer src="https://cdn.openai.com/devhub/superapp-video-v1.mp4" />

4 4 

5<a id="introducing-chatgpt-work"></a>5<a id="introducing-work-mode"></a>

6 6 

7## Introducing Work mode7## Introducing ChatGPT Work

8 8 

9Work mode is a way to delegate real work to ChatGPT.9ChatGPT Work is a way to delegate real work to ChatGPT.

10 10 

11Use Chat mode when you want an answer, explanation, brainstorm, or short draft.11Use Chat when you want an answer, explanation, brainstorm, or short draft.

12Use Work mode when you want ChatGPT to complete a task with a clear outcome, such as a12Use ChatGPT Work when you want ChatGPT to complete a task with a clear outcome, such as a

13brief, deck, analysis, recurring update, workflow, or file you can review and13brief, deck, analysis, recurring update, workflow, or file you can review and

14use. Learn more about [using Chat mode and Work mode together](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt).14use. Learn more about [using Chat and ChatGPT Work together](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt).

15 15 

16Work mode can use your files, plugins, and approved tools to retrieve information,16ChatGPT Work can use your files, plugins, and approved tools to retrieve information,

17create deliverables, run workflows, and complete work that is ready for you to17create finished files, run workflows, and complete work that is ready for you to

18review. You can follow progress, answer questions, change direction, and18review. You can follow progress, answer questions, change direction, and

19approve important actions.19approve important actions.

20 20 

21On the [desktop app](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/app), Work mode can also use local files, apps, and the21On the [desktop app](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/app), ChatGPT Work can also use local files, apps, and the

22browser when those tools are available.22browser when those tools are available.

23 23 

24If you have used Codex for non-coding work, you can stay in Codex or switch to24If you have used Codex for non-coding work, you can stay in Codex or use

25Work mode. Work mode gives you the same core capabilities with an experience designed25ChatGPT Work instead. ChatGPT Work gives you the same core capabilities with

26for everyday work.26an experience designed for everyday work.

27 27 

28## What to try first28## What to try first

29 29 

30<VideoPlayer src="https://cdn.openai.com/devhub/videos-learn/selectnoonboarding.mp4" />30<VideoPlayer src="https://cdn.openai.com/devhub/videos-learn/selectnoonboarding.mp4" />

31 31 

32First, make sure you have Work selected in ChatGPT. Then choose your first32First, switch to **Work**. Then choose your first task.

33task. Good tasks have a clear outcome, a few source materials, and an output33Good tasks have a clear outcome, a few source materials, and an output you can

34you can review.34review.

35 

36### Choose local or cloud work

37 

38In the desktop app, open the composer control labeled **Work locally**. If

39**Cloud** appears as an option, choose it when you want ChatGPT Work to keep

40running after you close the app or turn off your computer, or when you want to

41continue the chat from the web or mobile app. Keep **Work locally** selected when

42the task needs files or apps on your computer.

43 

44Cloud is also useful for scheduled tasks that research or check websites over

45time because their runs don't depend on your computer being awake.

35 46 

36Here are three common use cases you can get started with:47Here are three common use cases you can get started with:

37 48 

38### Create a presentation49### Create a presentation

39 50 

40Use Work mode to turn notes, docs, research, or meeting materials into a structured51Use ChatGPT Work to turn notes, docs, research, or meeting materials into a structured

41deck.52deck.

42 53 

43<CodexScreenshot54<CodexScreenshot

44 alt="A presentation created in Work mode in ChatGPT"55 alt="A presentation created in ChatGPT Work"

45 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/create-presentation.webp"56 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/create-presentation.webp"

46 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/create-presentation.webp"57 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/create-presentation.webp"

47 maxHeight={520}58 maxHeight={520}

57 68 

58### Create a comparison spreadsheet69### Create a comparison spreadsheet

59 70 

60Use Work mode to turn notes, files, or research into a spreadsheet that compares71Use ChatGPT Work to turn notes, files, or research into a spreadsheet that compares

61options and helps you make a decision.72options and helps you make a decision.

62 73 

63<CodexScreenshot74<CodexScreenshot

64 alt="A comparison spreadsheet created in Work mode in ChatGPT"75 alt="A comparison spreadsheet created in ChatGPT Work"

65 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/comparison-spreadsheet.webp"76 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/comparison-spreadsheet.webp"

66 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/comparison-spreadsheet.webp"77 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/comparison-spreadsheet.webp"

67 maxHeight={520}78 maxHeight={520}

77 88 

78### Set up a recurring update89### Set up a recurring update

79 90 

80Use scheduled tasks when you want Work mode to repeat, monitor, or refresh something91Use scheduled tasks when you want ChatGPT Work to repeat, monitor, or refresh something

81over time.92over time.

82 93 

83<CodexScreenshot94<CodexScreenshot

84 alt="A recurring update scheduled in Work mode in ChatGPT"95 alt="A recurring update scheduled in ChatGPT Work"

85 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/recurring-update.webp"96 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/recurring-update.webp"

86 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/recurring-update.webp"97 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/recurring-update.webp"

87 maxHeight={520}98 maxHeight={520}

98Learn more about [scheduled tasks](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/automations?surface=app).109Learn more about [scheduled tasks](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/automations?surface=app).

99 110 

100<a id="best-practices-for-using-work"></a>111<a id="best-practices-for-using-work"></a>

112<a id="best-practices-for-using-work-mode"></a>

101 113 

102## Best practices for using Work mode114## Best practices for using ChatGPT Work

103 115 

104Use Work mode when you want ChatGPT to complete a task, create a file, or manage work116Use ChatGPT Work when you want ChatGPT to complete a task, create a file, or manage work

105over time. It is a good fit for tasks that:117over time. It is a good fit for tasks that:

106 118 

107- Use multiple sources, plugins, tools, or steps.119- Use multiple sources, plugins, tools, or steps.

122 prompt={`Review the attached interview notes and survey results. Create an eight-slide presentation for the product leadership meeting. Focus on the three most common customer problems, include supporting evidence, separate findings from recommendations, and flag any claims that are not well supported. Use @Google Drive for the source docs. Return a draft for my review before treating it as final.`}134 prompt={`Review the attached interview notes and survey results. Create an eight-slide presentation for the product leadership meeting. Focus on the three most common customer problems, include supporting evidence, separate findings from recommendations, and flag any claims that are not well supported. Use @Google Drive for the source docs. Return a draft for my review before treating it as final.`}

123/>135/>

124 136 

125Learn more about [prompting for Work mode](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/prompting#prompting-for-work).137Learn more about [prompting for ChatGPT Work](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/prompting#prompting-for-work).

126 138 

127## Add plugins for more context and better outputs139## Add plugins for more context and better outputs

128 140 

129<CodexScreenshot141<CodexScreenshot

130 alt="The plugins library in Work mode in ChatGPT"142 alt="The plugins library in ChatGPT Work"

131 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/plugins.webp"143 lightSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/plugins.webp"

132 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/plugins.webp"144 darkSrc="/codex/get-started-with-work/plugins.webp"

133 maxHeight={520}145 maxHeight={520}

134 class="my-6 p-4 md:p-8"146 class="my-6 p-4 md:p-8"

135/>147/>

136 148 

137Plugins connect Work mode to tools your team uses, like Slack, Google Drive,149Plugins connect ChatGPT Work to tools your team uses, like Slack, Google Drive,

138SharePoint, email, calendars, CRMs, and project trackers.150SharePoint, email, calendars, customer relationship management systems, and

151project trackers.

139 152 

140- Select **Plugins** in the left sidebar to view the plugins library.153- Select **Plugins** in the left sidebar to view the plugins library.

141- Install the plugins most relevant to your work.154- Install the plugins most relevant to your work.

143 156 

144Learn more about [plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins).157Learn more about [plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins).

145 158 

146<a id="use-chatgpt-work-efficiently"></a>159<a id="use-work-mode-efficiently"></a>

147 160 

148## Use Work mode efficiently161## Use ChatGPT Work efficiently

149 162 

150Work mode is best for substantial tasks that involve multiple steps, sources, or163ChatGPT Work is best for substantial tasks that involve multiple steps, sources, or

151tools, or require a completed deliverable. Longer or more complex tasks may use164tools, or require a completed deliverable. Longer or more complex tasks may use

152more credits because ChatGPT is doing more on your behalf. Focus on the value of165more credits because ChatGPT is doing more on your behalf. Focus on the value of

153the completed result, rather than simply the number of prompts.166the completed result, rather than the number of prompts.

154 167 

155Keep the task focused by setting useful boundaries. For example: “use only168Keep the task focused by setting useful boundaries. For example: “use only

156these sources,” “compare the top five options,” or “stop before sending169these sources,” “compare the top five options,” or “stop before sending

157anything.”170anything.”

158 171 

159Use Chat mode instead for quick questions, short rewrites, and decisions where you172Use Chat instead for quick questions, short rewrites, and decisions where you

160only need advice.173only need advice.

161 174 

162Learn more about [working efficiently](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/prompting#prompting-for-work).175Learn more about [working efficiently](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/prompting#prompting-for-work).

163 176 

164## More use cases177## More use cases

165 178 

166Explore practical Work mode workflows for common teams and tasks.179Explore practical ChatGPT Work workflows for common teams and tasks.

167 180 

168<CodexCollectionList181<CodexCollectionList

169 slugs={[182 slugs={[

154 href: "/codex/app",154 href: "/codex/app",

155 appliesTo: "Desktop",155 appliesTo: "Desktop",

156 description:156 description:

157 "Desktop app with ChatGPT and Codex, including Chat and Work modes, projects, file previews, scheduled tasks, and developer tools.",157 "Desktop app with ChatGPT and Codex, including Chat and Work, projects, file previews, scheduled tasks, and developer tools.",

158 },158 },

159 {159 {

160 key: "Codex app-server",160 key: "Codex app-server",

241 {241 {

242 key: "Connector",242 key: "Connector",

243 href: "/codex/plugins",243 href: "/codex/plugins",

244 appliesTo: "Desktop app (Work mode, Codex), Web (Work mode)",244 appliesTo: "Desktop app (ChatGPT Work, Codex), Web (ChatGPT Work)",

245 description:245 description:

246 "A component of a plugin that connects ChatGPT or Codex to data and actions in an external service.",246 "A component of a plugin that connects ChatGPT or Codex to data and actions in an external service.",

247 },247 },

519 {519 {

520 key: "Plugin",520 key: "Plugin",

521 href: "/codex/plugins",521 href: "/codex/plugins",

522 appliesTo: "Desktop app (Work mode, Codex), Web (Work mode), CLI",522 appliesTo: "Desktop app (ChatGPT Work, Codex), Web (ChatGPT Work), CLI",

523 description:523 description:

524 "An installable bundle of capabilities such as skills, connectors, and tools.",524 "An installable bundle of capabilities such as skills, connectors, and tools.",

525 },525 },

767 "Pre-indexed search results Codex can use without live browsing.",767 "Pre-indexed search results Codex can use without live browsing.",

768 },768 },

769 {769 {

770 key: "Work mode",770 key: "ChatGPT Work",

771 href: "/codex/get-started-with-work",771 href: "/codex/get-started-with-work",

772 appliesTo: "Desktop app, Web",772 appliesTo: "Desktop app, Web",

773 description:773 description:

774 "Mode in ChatGPT for research, analysis, and creating documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and other finished work.",774 "The agent in ChatGPT for research, analysis, and creating documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and other finished work.",

775 },775 },

776 {776 {

777 key: "Worktree",777 key: "Worktree",

251Use the lowest reasoning effort that produces the result you need. Increase it251Use the lowest reasoning effort that produces the result you need. Increase it

252for tasks that need more planning, analysis, or checking.252for tasks that need more planning, analysis, or checking.

253 253 

254- **Light** in the ChatGPT desktop app, Work mode on the web, and IDE extension, or **Low** in the254- **Light** in the ChatGPT desktop app, ChatGPT Work on the web, and IDE extension, or **Low** in the

255 CLI, suits quick, well-scoped tasks.255 CLI, suits quick, well-scoped tasks.

256- **Medium** balances speed and depth for tasks that need more planning.256- **Medium** balances speed and depth for tasks that need more planning.

257- **High** and **Extra High** suit difficult work with multiple steps, sources,257- **High** and **Extra High** suit difficult work with multiple steps, sources,

3## Overview3## Overview

4 4 

5Plugins bundle capabilities into reusable workflows in ChatGPT. They can5Plugins bundle capabilities into reusable workflows in ChatGPT. They can

6include skills, connectors, or both. Plugins are available in Work mode in6include skills, connectors, or both. Plugins are available with ChatGPT Work on

7ChatGPT on the web and in Work mode or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app. Codex7the web and with ChatGPT Work or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app. Codex

8CLI also has a plugin browser for Codex environments. Plugins aren't available8CLI also has a plugin browser for Codex environments. Plugins aren't available

9in Chat mode, the IDE extension, or mobile.9in Chat, the IDE extension, or mobile.

10 10 

11 11 

12 12 

13In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select13In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select

14Codex. Then open **Plugins** to browse, install, and use plugins. Installed14Codex. Then open **Plugins** to browse, install, and use plugins. Installed

15plugins can add skills, connectors, and MCP tools to new chats.15plugins can add skills, connectors, and MCP tools to new chats.

16 16 

68 68 

69To browse and install curated plugins:69To browse and install curated plugins:

70 70 

71- On the web, switch to Work mode and open **Plugins**.71- On the web, turn on Work in the switcher and open **Plugins**.

72- In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select72- In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select

73 Codex. Then open **Plugins**.73 Codex. Then open **Plugins**.

74 74 

75 75 

1# Build plugins1# Build plugins

2 2 

3This page is for plugin authors. If you want to browse, install, and use3This page is for plugin authors. If you want to browse, install, and use

4plugins in Work mode in ChatGPT on the web or in Work mode or Codex in the4plugins with ChatGPT Work on the web or with ChatGPT Work or Codex in the

5ChatGPT desktop app, see [Plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins). If you are still iterating on5ChatGPT desktop app, see [Plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins). If you are still iterating on

6one repo or one personal workflow, start with a local skill. Build a plugin when6one repo or one personal workflow, start with a local skill. Build a plugin when

7you want to share that workflow across teams, bundle connectors or MCP config,7you want to share that workflow across teams, bundle connectors or MCP config,

584. After ChatGPT creates it, copy the app ID from the browser URL. It starts584. After ChatGPT creates it, copy the app ID from the browser URL. It starts

59 with `plugin_asdk_app`.59 with `plugin_asdk_app`.

60 60 

61Give that `plugin_asdk_app...` ID to `@plugin-creator` in Work mode in ChatGPT61Give that `plugin_asdk_app...` ID to `@plugin-creator` in a ChatGPT Work chat

62or `$plugin-creator` in Codex. For example, in Work mode:62or `$plugin-creator` in Codex. For example, with ChatGPT Work:

63 63 

64<div class="not-prose my-6 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-subtle bg-surface shadow-sm">64<div class="not-prose my-6 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-subtle bg-surface shadow-sm">

65 <div class="border-b border-subtle bg-surface-secondary px-4 py-3">65 <div class="border-b border-subtle bg-surface-secondary px-4 py-3">

100for a single plugin, and you can keep adding entries to that same marketplace100for a single plugin, and you can keep adding entries to that same marketplace

101to build your own curated list for a repo, team, or personal workflow.101to build your own curated list for a repo, team, or personal workflow.

102 102 

103In Work mode or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app, each marketplace appears as a103In ChatGPT Work or Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app, each marketplace appears as a

104selectable source in the Plugins Directory. Use104selectable source in the Plugins Directory. Use

105`$REPO_ROOT/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a repo-scoped list or105`$REPO_ROOT/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a repo-scoped list or

106`~/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a personal list. Add one entry per106`~/.agents/plugins/marketplace.json` for a personal list. Add one entry per

295### Share a local plugin with your workspace295### Share a local plugin with your workspace

296 296 

297After you create a plugin, add it from the ChatGPT desktop app. Select ChatGPT297After you create a plugin, add it from the ChatGPT desktop app. Select ChatGPT

298and switch to Work mode, or select Codex, then open **Plugins**. You can then298and switch to Work in the switcher, or select Codex, then open **Plugins**. You can then

299share it with other members of your ChatGPT workspace.299share it with other members of your ChatGPT workspace.

300 300 

3011. Open **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app.3011. Open **Plugins** in the ChatGPT desktop app.

230```230```

231 231 

232<a id="prompting-for-work"></a>232<a id="prompting-for-work"></a>

233<a id="prompting-in-work-mode"></a>

233 234 

234## Prompting in Work mode235## Prompting for ChatGPT Work

235 236 

236Use Chat mode for quick questions, short rewrites, brainstorming, and lightweight237Use Chat for quick questions, short rewrites, brainstorming, and lightweight

237drafts. Use Work mode for tasks that draw on different sources or tools, involve a238drafts. Use ChatGPT Work for tasks that draw on different sources or tools, involve a

238sequence of steps, make changes, or produce a larger deliverable.239sequence of steps, make changes, or produce a larger deliverable.

239 240 

240In Work mode, describe the result you need, provide the source material, name241In ChatGPT Work, describe the result you need, provide the source material, name

241the audience, and explain how you'll review the work. Ask ChatGPT to plan,242the audience, and explain how you'll review the work. Ask ChatGPT to plan,

242gather the needed information, create files, and check them before it finishes.243gather the needed information, create files, and check them before it finishes.

243 244 

244<a id="use-work-efficiently"></a>245<a id="use-work-efficiently"></a>

246<a id="use-work-mode-efficiently"></a>

245 247 

246### Use Work mode efficiently248### Use ChatGPT Work efficiently

247 249 

248Work mode is useful for time-consuming or recurring tasks, or for finished files you250ChatGPT Work is useful for time-consuming or recurring tasks, or for finished files you

249can reuse. A task that uses more credits can still be worthwhile if it saves251can reuse. A task that uses more credits can still be worthwhile if it saves

250time, improves quality, or helps you make an important decision.252time, improves quality, or helps you make an important decision.

251 253 

55 <div>55 <div>

56 56 

57 - For research, analysis, or deliverables such as documents, presentations,57 - For research, analysis, or deliverables such as documents, presentations,

58 spreadsheets, and Sites, select **ChatGPT**, then select **Work** from the mode58 spreadsheets, and Sites, select **ChatGPT**, then switch to **Work** at the

59 toggle at the top of the new chat page, above the composer.59 top of the new chat page, above the composer.

60 - For software development with codebase context and developer tools, select60 - For software development with codebase context and developer tools, select

61 **Codex** from the ChatGPT dropdown.61 **Codex** from the ChatGPT dropdown.

62 - For a quick question or chat, select **ChatGPT**, then select **Chat**62 - For a quick question or chat, select **ChatGPT**, then select **Chat**

63 from the mode toggle at the top of the new chat page, above the composer. In63 in the switcher at the top of the new chat page, above the composer. In

64 Codex, point to **New chat**, then select the **Quick chat** icon on its right.64 Codex, point to **New chat**, then select the **Quick chat** icon on its right.

65 65 

66 Learn more about [using ChatGPT](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt).66 Learn more about [using ChatGPT](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt).

105 </div>105 </div>

106 106 

107 <div slot="web">107 <div slot="web">

108ChatGPT is available on the web and includes Chat mode and Work mode.108ChatGPT is available on the web and includes Chat and ChatGPT Work.

109 109 

110<WorkflowSteps variant="headings">110<WorkflowSteps variant="headings">

1111. <h3 id="setup-web-sign-in">Open ChatGPT and sign in</h3>1111. <h3 id="setup-web-sign-in">Open ChatGPT and sign in</h3>

22 22 

23<WorkflowSteps>23<WorkflowSteps>

24 24 

251. In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and switch to Work mode, or select Codex. Then open **Plugins**.251. In the ChatGPT desktop app, select ChatGPT and turn on Work in the switcher, or select Codex. Then open **Plugins**.

262. Open the **+** menu.262. Open the **+** menu.

273. Select **Record a skill**.273. Select **Record a skill**.

284. Review the suggested prompt, give Codex any helpful context, and submit it.284. Review the suggested prompt, give Codex any helpful context, and submit it.

2 2 

3Use agent skills to extend Codex with task-specific capabilities. A skill packages instructions, resources, and optional scripts so Codex can follow a workflow reliably. Skills build on the [open agent skills standard](https://agentskills.io).3Use agent skills to extend Codex with task-specific capabilities. A skill packages instructions, resources, and optional scripts so Codex can follow a workflow reliably. Skills build on the [open agent skills standard](https://agentskills.io).

4 4 

5Skills are the authoring format for reusable workflows. Plugins distribute reusable skills and connectors to Work mode in ChatGPT on the web and to Work mode and Codex in the ChatGPT desktop app. Codex CLI can also install plugins. Use skills to design the workflow itself, then package it as a [plugin](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-plugins) when you want other people in your workspace to install it.5Skills are the authoring format for reusable workflows. Plugins distribute reusable skills and connectors to ChatGPT Work on the web and to ChatGPT Work and Codex in the desktop app. Codex CLI can also install plugins. Use skills to design the workflow itself, then package it as a [plugin](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/build-plugins) when you want other people in your workspace to install it.

6 6 

7Skills are available in the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and IDE extension.7Skills are available in the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and IDE extension.

8 8 

1# Speed1# Speed

2 2 

3<strong>Work mode and Codex share usage.</strong> Work mode usage inside3<strong>ChatGPT Work and Codex share usage.</strong> Both use the same

4 ChatGPT uses the same pricing, credits, and usage limits as Codex. See [Codex4 pricing, credits, and usage limits. See [Codex pricing](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing) for

5 pricing](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/pricing) for details.5 details.

6 6 

7## Fast mode7## Fast mode

8 8 

1# Subagents1# Subagents

2 2 

3Work mode and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized3ChatGPT Work and Codex can run subagent workflows by spawning specialized

4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can4agents in parallel and then collecting their results in one response. This can

5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as5be particularly helpful for complex tasks that are highly parallel, such as

6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.6codebase exploration or implementing a multi-step feature plan.

23 23 

24## Choose how you want to work24## Choose how you want to work

25 25 

26Use Chat mode for a question or back-and-forth. Switch to Work mode when you want26Use Chat for a question or back-and-forth. Turn on Work in the switcher when you want

27ChatGPT to carry a larger task through to a reviewable result. Select Codex when27ChatGPT to carry a larger task through to a reviewable result. Select Codex when

28you want developer views or more technical detail, especially for software28you want developer views or more technical detail, especially for software

29development.29development.

30 30 

31| Choose | When you want to | Examples |31| Choose | When you want to | Examples |

32| --------- | --------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |32| ------------ | --------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |

33| Chat mode | Work through something with ChatGPT | Ask a question, search the web, brainstorm, draft a message, compare options |33| Chat | Work through something with ChatGPT | Ask a question, search the web, brainstorm, draft a message, compare options |

34| Work mode | Define an outcome and get a reviewable result | Create a deck, analyze files, draft a report, build a project plan |34| ChatGPT Work | Define an outcome and get a reviewable result | Create a deck, analyze files, draft a report, build a project plan |

35| Codex | Use developer tools and see technical details | Debug code, run tests, review a PR, implement a feature |35| Codex | Use developer tools and see technical details | Debug code, run tests, review a PR, implement a feature |

36 36 

37In Codex, point to **New chat**, then select the **Quick chat** icon on its right37In Codex, point to **New chat**, then select the **Quick chat** icon on its right

46- Compare options or think through a decision.46- Compare options or think through a decision.

47- Clarify what you need before starting a larger task.47- Clarify what you need before starting a larger task.

48 48 

49When you need a substantial, reviewable result, switch to Work mode and describe49When you need a substantial, reviewable result, turn on Work in the switcher and describe

50the outcome you need. See [Get started with Work mode](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/get-started-with-work)50the outcome you need. See [Get started with ChatGPT Work](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/get-started-with-work)

51for example tasks, prompts, and best practices.51for example tasks, prompts, and best practices.

52 52 

53### Compare Work mode and Codex on desktop53<a id="compare-work-mode-and-codex-on-desktop"></a>

54 54 

55Work mode and Codex use the same agent, and their capabilities overlap. If you55### Compare ChatGPT Work and Codex on desktop

56 

57ChatGPT Work and Codex have overlapping capabilities. If you

56prefer Codex, you can keep using it for research, documents, presentations, and58prefer Codex, you can keep using it for research, documents, presentations, and

57other knowledge work. When both are available to you, the desktop app changes59other knowledge work. When both are available to you, the desktop app changes

58the interface and how the agent presents its work.60the interface and how the agent presents its work.

60<ToggleSection title="Detailed comparison">62<ToggleSection title="Detailed comparison">

61 63 

62| Difference | ChatGPT in Desktop app | Codex in Desktop app |64| Difference | ChatGPT in Desktop app | Codex in Desktop app |

63| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |65| ------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |

64| Where to start | Select **ChatGPT**, then switch the composer to **Work** | Select **Codex** in the product selector |66| Where to start | Select **ChatGPT**, then switch to **Work** | Select **Codex** in the product selector |

65| Chats you see | See Chat-mode chats started in ChatGPT on web and mobile, plus Work-mode chats | Focus on Codex chats and development projects |67| Chats you see | See chats started with Chat on web and mobile, plus ChatGPT Work chats | Focus on Codex chats and development projects |

66| Quick chat | Not available | When available, access ChatGPT chats from web and mobile in Codex |68| Quick chat | Not available | When available, access ChatGPT chats from web and mobile in Codex |

67| Technical detail | Hide technical details like Git or shell commands | See developer details, including diff and review views |69| Technical detail | Hide technical details like Git or shell commands | See developer details, including diff and review views |

68| Agent communication | Prefers nontechnical language and finished outputs | Can include technical and implementation details |70| Agent communication | Prefers nontechnical language and finished outputs | Can include technical and implementation details |

69| Pull requests pane | Not available in Work mode | Available when enabled |71| Pull requests pane | Not available when using ChatGPT Work | Available when enabled |

70 72 

71</ToggleSection>73</ToggleSection>

72 74 

1# Visualizations1# Visualizations

2 2 

3Visualizations turn questions, ideas, and information into charts, maps,3Visualizations turn questions, ideas, and information into charts, maps,

4diagrams, calculators, simulations, and interactive explainers you can explore4diagrams, calculators, simulations, and interactive explanations you can explore

5in a ChatGPT chat. Use one when adjusting inputs or seeing a5in a ChatGPT chat. Use one when adjusting inputs or seeing a

6relationship would make an answer easier to understand, compare, practice, or6relationship would make an answer easier to understand, compare, practice, or

7act on.7act on.

31 31 

32| Surface | Current availability |32| Surface | Current availability |

33| --------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |33| --------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |

34| ChatGPT on the web | Available to supported accounts in Chat mode and Work mode |34| ChatGPT on the web | Available to supported accounts in Chat and ChatGPT Work |

35| ChatGPT desktop app | Rolling out in preview |35| ChatGPT desktop app | Rolling out in preview |

36| ChatGPT mobile apps | Rolling out to eligible accounts; composer controls can differ by app version |36| ChatGPT mobile apps | Rolling out to eligible accounts; composer controls can differ by app version |

37| Codex CLI and IDE extension | Visualization rendering isn't supported |37| Codex CLI and IDE extension | Visualization rendering isn't supported |

125then retry. If it still fails:125then retry. If it still fails:

126 126 

127- Ask for a smaller or simpler visualization.127- Ask for a smaller or simpler visualization.

128- Aggregate, bin, downsample, or reduce precision in a large dataset.128- Aggregate or bin data, sample fewer points, or reduce precision in a large dataset.

129- Remove a generated control or library that isn't working.129- Remove a generated control or library that isn't working.

130- Verify important values, geographic boundaries, and source assumptions.130- Verify important values, geographic boundaries, and source assumptions.

131- Ask for a chart, diagram, table, or Site instead.131- Ask for a chart, diagram, table, or Site instead.

14in the desktop app. Codex keeps its dedicated view and separate history for14in the desktop app. Codex keeps its dedicated view and separate history for

15developer workflows.15developer workflows.

16 16 

17[Compare Work mode and Codex on17[Compare ChatGPT Work and Codex on

18desktop](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt#compare-work-mode-and-codex-on-desktop) to choose the18desktop](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/use-chatgpt#compare-chatgpt-work-and-codex-on-desktop) to choose the

19view that fits your task.19view that fits your task.

20 20 

21<PromptComponent21<PromptComponent

52 52 

53### Take on ambitious work in ChatGPT53### Take on ambitious work in ChatGPT

54 54 

55[Work mode](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/get-started-with-work) in ChatGPT can gather context from55[ChatGPT Work](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/get-started-with-work) in ChatGPT can gather context from

56your files and [plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins),56your files and [plugins](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/plugins),

57take action across workflows, and create reviewable documents, presentations,57take action across workflows, and create reviewable documents, presentations,

58spreadsheets, Sites, and other finished work. Powered by58spreadsheets, Sites, and other finished work. Powered by

71### Choose the right GPT-5.6 model71### Choose the right GPT-5.6 model

72 72 

73The [GPT-5.6 family](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/models#recommended-models) offers three recommended73The [GPT-5.6 family](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/models#recommended-models) offers three recommended

74models across Work mode in ChatGPT, the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and the Codex IDE74models across ChatGPT Work, the ChatGPT desktop app, Codex CLI, and the Codex IDE

75extension. Sol is the flagship for complex coding, computer use, research, and75extension. Sol is the flagship for complex coding, computer use, research, and

76security work. Terra balances capability and cost for everyday work, while Luna76security work. Terra balances capability and cost for everyday work, while Luna

77is the fastest, lowest-cost option. The default **Power** setting uses Sol with77is the fastest, lowest-cost option. The default **Power** setting uses Sol with

81 81 

82On July 9, the Codex app merged into the82On July 9, the Codex app merged into the

83[ChatGPT desktop app](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/app) for macOS and Windows. Codex keeps its83[ChatGPT desktop app](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/app) for macOS and Windows. Codex keeps its

84dedicated coding experience alongside ChatGPT's Chat and Work modes. The Codex84dedicated coding experience alongside ChatGPT's Chat and Work. The Codex

85experience includes inline editing in diffs, pull request review in the side panel, faster85experience includes inline editing in diffs, pull request review in the side panel, faster

86[Computer Use](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/computer-use) powered by GPT-5.6, and multi-repository86[Computer Use](https://learn.chatgpt.com/docs/computer-use) powered by GPT-5.6, and multi-repository

87projects.87projects.

230```230```

231 231 

232<a id="prompting-for-work"></a>232<a id="prompting-for-work"></a>

233<a id="prompting-in-work-mode"></a>

233 234 

234## Prompting in Work mode235## Prompting for ChatGPT Work

235 236 

236Use Chat mode for quick questions, short rewrites, brainstorming, and lightweight237Use Chat for quick questions, short rewrites, brainstorming, and lightweight

237drafts. Use Work mode for tasks that draw on different sources or tools, involve a238drafts. Use ChatGPT Work for tasks that draw on different sources or tools, involve a

238sequence of steps, make changes, or produce a larger deliverable.239sequence of steps, make changes, or produce a larger deliverable.

239 240 

240In Work mode, describe the result you need, provide the source material, name241In ChatGPT Work, describe the result you need, provide the source material, name

241the audience, and explain how you'll review the work. Ask ChatGPT to plan,242the audience, and explain how you'll review the work. Ask ChatGPT to plan,

242gather the needed information, create files, and check them before it finishes.243gather the needed information, create files, and check them before it finishes.

243 244 

244<a id="use-work-efficiently"></a>245<a id="use-work-efficiently"></a>

246<a id="use-work-mode-efficiently"></a>

245 247 

246### Use Work mode efficiently248### Use ChatGPT Work efficiently

247 249 

248Work mode is useful for time-consuming or recurring tasks, or for finished files you250ChatGPT Work is useful for time-consuming or recurring tasks, or for finished files you

249can reuse. A task that uses more credits can still be worthwhile if it saves251can reuse. A task that uses more credits can still be worthwhile if it saves

250time, improves quality, or helps you make an important decision.252time, improves quality, or helps you make an important decision.

251 253