Janice R. Andrews
OpenAI expanded ChatGPT’s reach with the release of its early version on Thursday for Windows, following the app’s successful May Mac debut. The app is currently only accessible to users of the Plus, Team, Enterprise, and Edu subscriptions. It is available for free download from the Microsoft Store.
OpenAI says of this Windows app, “This is an early version, and we plan to bring the full experience to all users later this year,” positioning it as a beta test. Interestingly, the ESRB has given the app a “T for Teen” rating despite though it isn’t a video game.
Users must log into a paid ChatGPT account in order to use the app. Access to many models, such as GPT-4o, GPT-4o with Canvas, and DALL-E 3 for picture production, is possible through an interface that is a mirror image of the web version. Additionally, the program can analyze files and images, which increases user functionality.
Users of Windows 11 can quickly open a ChatGPT window by using the convenient Alt+Space shortcut, which allows for seamless interaction without interfering with your productivity. However, since OpenAI’s servers handle all processing, an Internet connection is necessary.
As usual, it’s crucial to keep in mind that even while ChatGPT is a useful tool, information may not always be correct. Because “ChatGPT can make mistakes,” OpenAI cautions users not to depend on it while making important judgments.
Keep checking back for more information as OpenAI intends to release the app’s full version later this year, enhancing ChatGPT’s accessibility for all Windows users.
