Introducing ChatGPT Desktop Application for MacOS, Windows, and Linux

3 min readFeb 15, 2024

Welcome to the world of ChatGPT! We are thrilled to announce the release of the ChatGPT Desktop Application, now available for MacOS, Windows, and Linux. This native application brings the power of ChatGPT right to your fingertips, making it even easier to have engaging and insightful conversations with our AI.

This magnicient unofficial application can be found on github. Project is here.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Getting started with the ChatGPT Desktop Application is a breeze. Simply follow these steps:

Download the Application: Visit our GitHub repository and download the appropriate version of the ChatGPT Desktop Application for your operating system (MacOS, Windows, or Linux).
Installation: Once the download is complete, install the application by following the on-screen instructions. The process is straightforward and should only take a few minutes.
Launch the Application: After installation, launch the ChatGPT Desktop Application from your desktop or applications folder.
Start Conversing: You are now ready to start engaging with ChatGPT! Type your messages, and the AI will respond in real-time, providing you with helpful and informative answers.

Main issues of ChatGPT application from GitHub

As the project progressed, two issues have arisen that greatly impact its future development:

Some individuals have repackaged and sold it for profit.
The name and icon of ChatGPT could potentially lead to infringement disputes.

Features

Multi-platform: macOS, Linux, Windows
Text-to-Speech
Export ChatGPT history (PNG, PDF and Markdown)
Automatic application upgrade notification
Common shortcut keys
System tray hover window
Powerful menu items
Support for slash commands and their configuration (can be configured manually or synchronized from a file #55)
Customize global shortcuts (#108)
Pop-up Search (#122 mouse selected content, no more than 400 characters): The application is built using Tauri, and due to its security restrictions, some of the action buttons will not work, so we recommend going to your browser.

Caviar is Awesome Prompts

You can look at awesome-chatgpt-prompts to find interesting features to import into the app. You can also use Sync Prompts to sync all in one click, and if you don’t want certain prompts to appear in your slash commands, you can disable them.

Tips for an Optimal Experience

To make the most out of your ChatGPT Desktop Application, here are a few tips:

Experiment with Prompts: ChatGPT responds to prompts, so feel free to experiment with different ways of asking questions or initiating conversations.
Provide Context: When asking complex questions, providing some context can help ChatGPT better understand your query and provide more accurate responses.
Use System Commands: The desktop application supports system-level commands, allowing you to perform various actions directly from the chat interface. Explore the available commands to enhance your experience.
Report Feedback: As an AI in constant development, ChatGPT benefits greatly from user feedback. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know through our feedback channels.

Conclusion

The ChatGPT Desktop Application brings the power of AI-driven conversations to your desktop, providing high-performance, and privacy-focused experience. Whether you’re using MacOS, Windows, or Linux, you can now enjoy seamless conversations with ChatGPT right at your fingertips.

Visit our GitHub repository today to download the ChatGPT Desktop Application and take your conversational AI experience to the next level!

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