OpenAI Adds Customizable Widgets to ChatGPT iOS App
New widgets provide quick access to ChatGPT, Work, and Codex Remote.
1New ChatGPT Widgets Introduced
OpenAI has added new customizable widgets to the ChatGPT app for iOS. Users can now personalize shortcuts for quick access from the home screen. The widgets are available in small and medium sizes, but large sizes are not yet supported. Unlike the existing 'ChatGPT' widget, the new one offers customizable shortcuts.
2How to Use the Widgets
After adding the widget to the home screen, long-press it and select 'Edit Widget.' Here, you can choose which buttons to display and whether to show labels. The widgets cover all 'ChatGPT surfaces' offered by OpenAI: Chat, Work, and Codex Remote. You can swap default buttons for each of these.
3The Significance of Codex Remote
Codex Remote offers a significant feature for iOS and iPadOS users. OpenAI's remote agent allows starting a chat running on macOS directly from iOS or iPadOS. This is currently a unique solution in the AI industry. Competitors like Anthropic have yet to offer a comparable experience.
4Voice Control and Confusion
The 'Remote voice' feature in Codex Remote is now accessible from Control Center and the Lock Screen. However, this control shares the same icon as regular ChatGPT Voice, which could cause confusion. Differentiating these icons would improve the user experience.
5Widget Limitations
The new widgets are not yet available in large sizes, and iPad users lack an XL-sized widget. Additionally, the shortcuts are currently only accessible from the home screen. Adding these shortcuts to the Shortcuts app would further enhance usability.
6Other Design Changes
OpenAI has made several other design updates to the ChatGPT app. These include a redesigned 'latest photos' picker in Chat and Work modes, an updated reasoning selector, and the cloud browser previously covered by MacStories. These changes significantly improve the user experience.
7User Feedback
The new widgets and features have generally been well-received by users. However, some have criticized the lack of large-sized widgets and the potential for icon confusion. OpenAI is expected to address these issues in future updates based on user feedback.
8OpenAI's Strategy
This update is part of OpenAI's strategy to enhance Codex Remote's performance and improve the user experience for iOS and iPadOS users. The company continuously adds new features to make its AI assistant more accessible and useful, reflecting its user-centric approach.
Original article: MacStories — OpenAI, ChatGPT iOS Uygulamasına Özelleştirilebilir Widget'lar Ekledi