New Feature / Update: Custom Instructions from OpenAI

What is it?

So, OpenAI recently rolled out a shiny new feature called Custom Instructions for ChatGPT. In simple terms, this lets you tell ChatGPT how to interact with you better. You can share what you want it to know about you and how you’d prefer it to respond. Think of it like setting ground rules with a new co-worker; you both work a lot better when you know what the other one prefers.

Why does it matter?

This update is a game-changer for anyone using AI in their work. Let’s say you’re a marketer trying to generate copy for a campaign. With Custom Instructions, you can guide ChatGPT to align its tone and style with your brand. Instead of getting responses that feel a bit off, you can have a more tailored experience that fits your image right from the get-go.

Or maybe you’re a developer using ChatGPT to troubleshoot code issues. You can set it up to focus on your tech stack, so its responses become more relevant to the specific languages and frameworks you’re working with. This little tweak can save you time and frustration, and who doesn’t want that?