OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence research company, has unveiled a groundbreaking new capability for its popular chatbot, ChatGPT, dubbed “ChatGPT Agent.” Launched at July 17, 2025, this powerful tool marks a significant leap in AI functionality, enabling ChatGPT to perform complex, multi-step tasks on behalf of users, effectively acting as a virtual computer.
ChatGPT Agent seamlessly integrates the strengths of OpenAI’s previous innovations, “Operator” (for web interaction) and “Deep Research” (for synthesizing information), with ChatGPT’s renowned intelligence and conversational fluency. This unified agentic system is designed to automate a wide array of personal and professional workflows, transforming how users interact with digital tasks.
Key Features of ChatGPT Agent
- Intelligent Task Execution: ChatGPT Agent can handle intricate, multi-step operations from start to finish, based solely on user instructions. This includes everything from planning and purchasing ingredients for a meal to analyzing competitors and generating comprehensive slide decks.
- Virtual Computer Interface: The agent operates within its own virtual computer environment, providing users with a visual representation of its actions and thought process. This transparency allows users to follow along, understand what the AI is doing, and intervene if necessary.
- Tool Integration: Equipped with a suite of tools, including a visual browser, a text-based browser, a terminal for running code, and direct API access, ChatGPT Agent can intelligently select the optimal tool for any given task.
- App Connectors: Through “Connectors,” ChatGPT Agent can seamlessly integrate with popular applications like Gmail and Google Calendar. This enables it to perform actions like briefing users on upcoming meetings based on their calendar, summarizing inboxes, or finding open time slots.
- User Control and Safety: Despite its advanced autonomy, users remain firmly in control. ChatGPT Agent requests explicit permission before taking sensitive actions, such as making purchases or sending emails. Users can also interrupt, take over the browser, or stop tasks at any point, ensuring a collaborative and safe experience.
- Editable Outputs: The agent can deliver outputs in editable formats, such as spreadsheets (.xlsx) and presentations (.pptx), enhancing its utility for professional tasks.
- Scheduled Tasks: For recurring tasks, users can schedule ChatGPT Agent to repeat operations daily, weekly, or monthly, streamlining repetitive workflows.
- Source Citation: All outputs generated by ChatGPT Agent include clearly labeled source links or screenshot citations, allowing users to verify information and maintain transparency.
Benefits of ChatGPT Agent
- Enhanced Productivity: Automating complex, time-consuming tasks frees up users to focus on higher-value activities.
- Streamlined Workflows: By integrating various tools and applications, ChatGPT Agent offers a unified platform for managing diverse digital responsibilities.
- Personalized Assistance: The agent can tailor its actions and recommendations based on individual user needs and preferences.
- Reduced Manual Effort: From online shopping to data analysis, the agent significantly minimizes the need for manual Browse, data entry, and report generation.
- Increased Accessibility: Complex digital tasks become more accessible to a wider audience, as the AI handles the technical intricacies.
Availability
ChatGPT Agent is currently rolling out to Pro, Plus, and Team users globally, with Enterprise and Education users slated to receive access in the coming weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is ChatGPT Agent?
A: ChatGPT Agent is a new, powerful capability that allows ChatGPT to act as a virtual computer, performing complex, multi-step tasks on your behalf by integrating web Browse, code execution, and app connectivity.
Q: Who can use ChatGPT Agent?
A: ChatGPT Agent is currently available to users on ChatGPT Pro, Plus, and Team plans. It will be extended to Enterprise and Education users in the coming weeks.
Q: How do I activate ChatGPT Agent?
A: To use ChatGPT Agent, select “Agent mode” from the tools menu within any ChatGPT conversation or type /agent in the composer.
Q: Can ChatGPT Agent make purchases or send emails?
A: Yes, but only with your explicit permission. ChatGPT Agent is designed with strong safety measures and will always request your approval before taking sensitive actions like making purchases, sending emails, or logging into websites.
Q: What kind of tasks can ChatGPT Agent perform?
A: It can perform a wide range of tasks, including: * Briefing on calendar events based on recent news. * Planning and buying ingredients for meals. * Analyzing competitors and generating slide decks. * Editing spreadsheets with web-sourced data. * Summarizing inboxes or finding open time slots using connected apps. * Researching and booking travel itineraries.
Q: How long does a task typically take?
A: Most tasks are completed within 5 to 30 minutes, depending on their complexity.
Q: Can I schedule tasks to repeat?
A: Yes, after a task is completed, you can set it to recur daily, weekly, or monthly using the clock icon at the bottom of the conversation.
Q: Does ChatGPT Agent cite its sources?
A: Yes, all outputs include clearly labeled source links or screenshot citations for transparency and verification.
Q: What are the usage limits for ChatGPT Agent?
A: Usage limits vary by plan: Pro users get 400 messages/month, while Plus and Team users get 40 messages/month. Additional usage may be available via flexible credit-based options. Only user-initiated messages that drive the agent forward count against the limit.
Q: Is ChatGPT Agent available in all countries?
A: It is available in all supported countries and territories, except the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, which OpenAI aims to expand access to soon.
This launch signifies a pivotal moment in the evolution of AI, bringing us closer to a future where intelligent agents can truly act as personal and professional assistants, handling intricate digital operations with unprecedented efficiency.
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