David Bridges
Key Highlights
- Customization: Users can now adjust the tone of ChatGPT responses.
- Options: New features include Warm, Enthusiastic, Header & Lists, and Emoji settings.
- Feedback: Recent updates address user concerns about the conversational tone of AI.
- Previous Changes: Earlier versions introduced Professional, Candid, and Quirky options.
OpenAI gave its AI chatbot a professional makeover with the latest GPT-5.2 release, and some users are already complaining about its tone. For anyone who’s finding ChatGPT rude or sassy, OpenAI has some welcome news since it’s letting users further customize its personality with extra warmth or enthusiasm.
What New Features Are Available for ChatGPT Users?
OpenAI revealed that users can adjust characteristics under new Warm, Enthusiastic, Header & Lists, and Emoji options found in the Personalization settings. These new characteristics come about a month after OpenAI added Professional, Candid and Quirky options to GPT-5.1 under the “Base style and tone” setting that’s also found in the Personalization tab.
These adjustments allow users to fine-tune how they want ChatGPT to sound in its responses, providing a more tailored experience.
Why Did OpenAI Introduce These Customizations?
The latest customizations likely stem from the fiasco that OpenAI faced earlier this year when it rolled out GPT-5 to replace GPT-4o. The outcry from users revolved around the latest update sounding less conversational and friendly, leading OpenAI to offer the option to choose between models and promising to make GPT-5 feel warmer.
OpenAI’s response to user feedback highlights its commitment to improving the overall user experience with ChatGPT.
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