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ChatGPT Chrome extension gains tab access and control
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- →Enables multi-tab context ingestion for complex research and comparison tasks.
- →Introduces direct browser control for form filling and tab organization.
- →Narrows the feature gap with Google's Gemini auto-browse capabilities.
OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT Chrome extension to allow the AI to view and control open browser tabs. Users can now tag 'Chrome' in prompts to let the model access content from multiple active windows for tasks like comparison shopping or form filling. The update also enhances the sidebar with full conversation history and introduces agent-like capabilities similar to Google's Gemini auto-browse. This positions ChatGPT as a more integrated productivity tool within the browser environment.
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