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    How to Use ChatGPT Plugins and Custom GPTs

    Extend ChatGPT's capabilities with plugins for browsing, data analysis, and custom-built GPTs.

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    Category
    AI Guides
    Difficulty
    Intermediate
    Read Time
    1 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    intermediate
    chatgpt
    plugins
    gpts

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Access the GPT Store
    2. 2.Try popular GPTs
    3. 3.Create your own GPT
    4. 4.Use built-in tools
    5. 5.Share your GPTs
    1

    Access the GPT Store

    ~15s
    In ChatGPT, click "Explore GPTs" in the sidebar. Browse categories or search for specific use cases like "resume writer" or "data analyst."
    2

    Try popular GPTs

    ~15s
    Start with Canva GPT for design, Wolfram for math, or Scholar AI for research papers. Each GPT is specialized for specific tasks.
    3

    Create your own GPT

    ~15s
    Click "Create a GPT" and describe what you want in plain English. Set instructions, upload knowledge files, and configure capabilities.
    4

    Use built-in tools

    ~15s
    ChatGPT Plus includes browsing (web search), DALL-E (image generation), and Advanced Data Analysis (run Python code on your files).
    5

    Share your GPTs

    ~15s
    Publish your custom GPTs publicly or share via link. You can even monetize popular GPTs through OpenAI's creator program.

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