ChatGPT Search Just Got Smarter: Here’s What’s New
OpenAI has rolled out an update to ChatGPT’s search feature, aiming to make it more powerful—especially when it comes to handling longer conversations and tackling complex questions. While the company didn’t go into great detail, its official changelog highlights a few key areas where improvements have been made.
So, What Actually Changed?
According to OpenAI, the update brings enhancements in two main areas: response quality and search + instruction-following. Here’s a closer look:
> Smarter, More Context-Aware Responses
ChatGPT is now better at understanding what you’re asking—even in lengthy or nuanced conversations. You can expect more intelligent, detailed, and contextually relevant answers, thanks to improved handling of long conversational history.
> Better at Following Instructions
The model is now more adept at following instructions over the course of a multi-step or extended exchange. This should cut down on repetitive or off-target replies, which users of long chats will certainly appreciate.
> Advanced Search Capabilities
For more complex queries, ChatGPT can now automatically run multiple searches behind the scenes to gather better information. It can even perform searches based on images you upload.
One caveat: OpenAI notes that these enhanced capabilities might make the search process a bit slower. You may also occasionally see “chain of thought” reasoning text appear in the results—a glimpse into how the model is working through your query.
A Step Forward for ChatGPT
This update may not come with a long list of flashy new features, but under the hood, it represents a meaningful step forward for ChatGPT’s ability to serve as a smarter, more capable research assistant—especially for users with more complex needs or longer conversations.
