To create your own custom GPT chatbot, follow these steps, requiring a moderate level of difficulty and approximately 30 minutes. Ensure you have a desktop PC, laptop, or smart device with the ChatGPT app and a GPT-Plus subscription.
- Access ChatGPT Platform: Navigate to the ChatGPT website or open the ChatGPT app and log in. If you don’t see the “Create a GPT” button, the Custom GPT feature might still be rolling out globally. Wait for a day or two and try again.
- Initiate Custom GPT: Click on the “Create a GPT” button at the top of the page.
- Provide Details:
- Give your custom GPT a name, description, and custom instructions. This functions as a preamble specific to this GPT.
- Utilize the Preview window on the right to observe how the AI responds to prompts. Adjust instructions on the left until you’re satisfied with its performance.
- Incorporate Data:
- Optionally, add specific data such as documents and files for the AI to reference. Observe how this affects the AI’s operations, and adjust instructions accordingly.
- Adjust Functions:
- Tailor the potential functions of the AI. Decide if you want it to possess DALL-E art generation abilities, access the Bing search engine, or perform deeper data analytics.
- Customize plugin access if applicable.
- Review and Finalize:
- Evaluate the AI’s performance and adjust settings as needed.
- Once satisfied, click the green “Publish or Update” button to finalize your custom GPT.
- Your newly created custom GPT will appear in the left-hand menu with OpenAI GPTs and any other creations.
By following these steps, you can quickly and effectively create a custom GPT chatbot tailored to your preferences and requirements. Keep in mind that a GPT-Plus subscription is necessary to access the Custom GPT feature.
