OpenAI, the US-based artificial intelligence startup, has updated the ChatGPT app for Mac, significantly enhancing multitasking capabilities. While the previous version worked similarly to Apple Spotlight, opening a text entry box on pressing the Option + Space command on the keyboard, the updated app now offers side-by-side access. This new feature opens a companion window that stays in front, allowing users to use it more easily when working with other apps.
“The desktop app for macOS now gives you side-by-side access to ChatGPT. Use Option + Space to open a companion window, which stays in front so you can use it more easily when working with other apps,” stated OpenAI in a post on X.
Previously, pressing the Option + Space combination on the keyboard brought up a text entry box similar to Apple Spotlight for ChatGPT. Users could type or upload files to ChatGPT from any app using this text entry prompt. This feature allowed users to quickly access ChatGPT from the app already in use, but ChatGPT became the primary window only once the users chose to return.
Now, pressing the Option + Space combination makes the same text box appear but creates a mini ChatGPT window that appears alongside the app already in use. This mini window can be expanded to a full window but is not the default window. This means there will be less window switching, which is especially beneficial on smaller displays. Users can check for the new update of ChatGPT on Mac.
Recently, OpenAI confirmed that it is working on a text watermarking method for ChatGPT-generated content, following a report by the Wall Street Journal. According to the US-based artificial intelligence company, its text watermarking method is accurate and “even effective against localized tampering, such as paraphrasing, it is less robust against globalized tampering.” However, the company has kept it on hold due to concerns about stigmatization of the use of AI as a useful writing tool for non-native English speakers.
A Step Forward in AI Integration
This update represents a significant step forward in the integration of AI tools into everyday workflows. By making ChatGPT more accessible and easier to use alongside other applications, OpenAI is addressing a common pain point for users who need to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. The ability to have a persistent ChatGPT window that stays in front allows for seamless multitasking and enhances productivity, particularly for professionals and students who rely on quick access to information and AI-powered assistance.
Looking Ahead
OpenAI’s commitment to improving user experience and addressing feedback is evident in this latest update. As the company continues to innovate and refine its AI offerings, users can expect further enhancements that make AI tools more intuitive and integrated into their daily routines. The potential for AI to transform how we work and interact with technology is immense, and updates like this one from OpenAI are paving the way for a more efficient and AI-driven future.
