Top 2025 ChatGPT Cool Tips You Should Know

Top 2025 ChatGPT Cool Tips You Should Know

Three 2025 ChatGPT features quietly changed how people work across Apple devices, the web, and teams. If you use ChatGPT even occasionally, these tips can save time immediately and unlock capabilities many users still overlook.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 27, 2025

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Most people think they know ChatGPT because they type prompts into a box and read answers. 

The reality is that ChatGPT has crossed a threshold where it behaves more like an assistant platform than a single tool, especially when paired with Apple devices, Projects, and the new ChatGPT-5 model. 

Here's a Cool Tip: Discover the impactful and most popular ChatGPT Cool Tips in 2025.

If you have not revisited how you use ChatGPT in the past few months, you are almost certainly leaving productivity on the table.

Feature Explanation

These are the most popular ChatGPT Cool Tips in 2025:

• ChatGPT integration with Siri on Apple devices, which allows Siri to route complex questions and writing tasks to ChatGPT without opening an app.

• ChatGPT Projects, now available to free users, which let you organize conversations, files, and context around specific goals or workstreams.

• ChatGPT-5, which improves reasoning, memory handling, and multi-step task completion compared to earlier models.

Individually, each feature is useful. 

Together, they fundamentally change how ChatGPT fits into daily workflows.

What You’ll Gain

• Faster answers without app switching.
• Better organization for long-running tasks.
• More reliable reasoning on complex prompts.
• Less re-explaining context across sessions.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Adding ChatGPT to Siri

Setting It Up

1. Update your iPhone to iOS 18.2 or higher.
2. Open Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri.
3. Tap ChatGPT Extensions.
4. Toggle Enable ChatGPT to ON.
5. (Optional) Turn on “Confirm Before Sending” if you want to review requests before they’re passed to ChatGPT.
6. (Optional) Sign in with a ChatGPT account and password.

Use Siri with ChatGPT

1. Say "Hey Siri, Ask ChatGPT to explain the circumference of a circle."

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ChatGPT Projects

Web / Desktop

1. Log in to your ChatGPT account, www.chatgpt.com.
2. Look for “Projects” in the sidebar.
3. Click New project, give it a name, pick an icon/color.
4. Upload reference files (up to your limit).
5. Use the three-dots menu (⋯) to add custom instructions.
6. Use chats inside the project; you can drag earlier chats into it or start new ones there. 

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ChatGPT-5

Accessing ChatGPT-5

1. Log in to your OpenAI account.
2. Select the desired model (if available) from the model switcher.
3. Start interacting with the model by entering your query or task.

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Pros and Cons

Pros

• Reduces friction between voice assistants and AI reasoning
• Projects prevent context loss in long tasks
• ChatGPT-5 handles multi-step instructions more reliably

Cons

• Some features are still rolling out by region
• Apple integration requires compatible devices and OS versions
• Projects can feel unnecessary for very short interactions

Feature Access

• Siri + ChatGPT: Supported Apple devices with compatible OS versions, currently rolling out.
• Projects: Free and paid ChatGPT users.
• ChatGPT-5: Availability depends on account tier and rollout status.

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justification

Value 9

These features reduce repeated work and unlock deeper use cases.

Usability 8

Easy to use once discovered, but not always obvious to enable.

Wow Factor 8

Siri plus Projects plus GPT-5 feels like a real assistant stack.

Total: 25/30 🌟 Excellent

This combination outperforms standalone chat tools and rivals dedicated productivity assistants.

Key Takeaways

ChatGPT is no longer just a place to ask questions. 

When combined with Siri, Projects, and GPT-5, it becomes a persistent, context-aware assistant that fits into real work and daily life.

Cool Tip Snapshot

• Feature Name: ChatGPT.
• Platform(s): iOS, Android, Web, Mac, Windows.
• Quick Benefit: Faster answers with lasting context.
• Access Type: Free and subscription, rolling availability.

Try It Yourself

Create one ChatGPT Project, discover ChatGPT-5 and add ChatGPT to Siri today and use it for a full week.

Then tell us what improved. 

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• ChatGPT Projects Are Now Free for Everyone
  
• ChatGPT 5: What’s New, What’s Changed, and How OpenAI Is Listening to Feedback
  
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Browse Smarter With Multi-Tab Context in Microsoft Edge

Browse Smarter With Multi-Tab Context in Microsoft Edge

Your browser tabs already know more than you think. Microsoft Edge’s new Copilot Mode uses multi-tab context to help you research, compare, and decide faster without hopping between windows.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 24, 2025

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Have you ever finished a research session with ten tabs open, three notes half-written, and a lingering sense that you missed something important? 

Browsing today is less about finding information and more about connecting it across tabs, documents, and moments of attention.

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use Microsoft Edge Copilot for Multi-Tab Context.

Multi-tab context inside Edge is where Copilot can understand what you are viewing across multiple open pages and respond as if it were sitting beside you, following along.

Feature Explanation

Multi-tab context is part of Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge. 

When enabled, Copilot can reference the content of multiple open tabs at the same time rather than treating each page as an isolated query.

In practical terms, this means Copilot can compare articles, summarize differences between products, extract themes from several sources, or answer questions that require awareness of more than one webpage. 

The browsing session becomes a working set of context instead of a pile of disconnected links.

Why it matters: modern browsing is multi-source by default. Decisions are rarely made from a single page. 

Multi-tab context reduces cognitive load and cuts down on copy-paste workflows that break focus.

What You’ll Gain

With multi-tab context, you can:

• See patterns across tabs without manual comparison.
• Ask better questions using your actual browsing context.
• Reduce tab switching and note juggling.
• Turn browsing into structured research.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Microsoft Edge/Desktop (Windows 11, macOS)

1. Open Microsoft Edge and ensure you are signed in with a Microsoft account.
2. Click the Copilot icon in the top-right corner of the browser.
3. Enable Copilot Mode if prompted. 
4. Open multiple related tabs such as product pages or articles.
5. In the Copilot panel, ask a question that references multiple tabs. Example: “Compare the pros and cons across my open tabs.”

fig. 1 - Browse Faster With Multi-Tab Context

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Faster synthesis across sources, especially for research.
• Fewer manual notes and comparisons.
• Natural language queries reduce friction.
• Strong fit for business and academic workflows.

Cons

• Requires trust in Copilot’s interpretation.
• Performance depends on page structure and readability.
• Not all users will want AI awareness across tabs.
• Feature availability varies during rollout.

Feature Access

• Browser: Microsoft Edge with Copilot.
• Accounts: Microsoft account required.
• Platforms: Windows, macOS.
• Status: Currently rolling out.
• Subscription: Free with Edge; some advanced AI features may require eligible Copilot plans.

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justification

Value 9

Directly improves how people research and decide online.

Usability 8

Natural prompts work well, though discoverability could improve.

Wow Factor 7

Powerful but subtle rather than flashy.

Total: 24/30  👍 Good

A practical productivity upgrade that quietly changes how browsing works. Compared to single-page AI summaries, multi-tab context feels closer to real thinking.

Key Takeaways

Multi-tab context turns browsing sessions into working knowledge. 

Instead of juggling tabs, you let Copilot connect them. 

The result is faster understanding with less mental overhead.

Cool Tip Snapshot

• Feature Name: Multi-Tab Context in Copilot Mode.
• Platform(s): Microsoft Edge with Copilot.
• Quick Benefit: Smarter answers across open tabs.
• Access Type: Free, currently rolling out.

Try It Yourself

Open three related tabs today and ask Copilot a question that requires comparison. 

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ChatGPT Branched Chats Arrive on Mobile

ChatGPT Branched Chats Arrive on Mobile

ChatGPT’s new Branched Chats on mobile let you split a conversation at any point and explore multiple directions without losing your original thread. For anyone who thinks in drafts, alternatives, or parallel ideas, this quietly changes how productive mobile AI can be.

Byline: By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 23, 2025

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Have you ever asked ChatGPT a follow-up question and immediately regretted it because the entire conversation veered off course? 

On desktop, you could recover by scrolling or copying.

 On mobile, that detour often meant starting over. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use Branched Chats in ChatGPT mobile apps.

That friction is exactly what ChatGPT’s new Branched Chats feature is designed to remove.

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Google Search Just Added a Plus Button

Google Search Just Added a Plus Button

Google is transforming its search bar from a text box into a command center with a simple interface update. You can now upload a photo or file directly to Search to get AI-powered answers for complex problems you cannot easily describe with words.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 21, 2025

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When was the last time you searched Google without typing a word?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the New Google Search AI Mode Plus (+) Button.

Google is quietly rolling out a feature that lets you stop typing and start showing.

Feature Explanation

Google has added a Plus (+) icon to the left side of the desktop search bar. 

This simple button is a massive shift: it functions like the attachment paperclip in AI chatbots like ChatGPT or Gemini.

You can now click this icon to upload images or files directly from your computer. 

Once uploaded, Google’s AI analyzes the content to understand the context. 

It then provides an "AI Overview" that diagnoses the issue or answers your specific question. 

While mobile users have had similar features via Google Lens, this update brings true input to the desktop web for the first time.

What You’ll Gain

• Faster Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical issues from photos without learning technical jargon.
• Desktop Convenience: Analyze files already saved on your computer without transferring them to your phone.
• Seamless Workflow: Drag-and-drop complex files directly into the search homepage.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Web / Desktop

1. Navigate to the main Google homepage, www.google.com.
2. Look for a new Plus (+) symbol.
3. Click the icon and select "Upload file".
4. Once the file loads, type a specific question like "Why is this fan wobbling?"
5. Google processes the media and generates an AI Overview at the top of the results page.

fig. 1 - Google Search AI Mode Plus Button Example

Android / iOS (via Google Lens)

• Mobile does not have the "Plus" button yet, but uses the Camera icon for a similar result.

1. Launch the Google App (iOS / Android) on your mobile device.
2. Select the camera icon in the search bar.
3. Instead of snapping a photo, tap the gallery icon in the bottom left to select an image.
4. Tap the "Ask about this image" to type your query to get the same AI analysis.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Reduces friction for visual or technical questions.
• Improves accuracy for product and error identification.
• Natural extension of Lens and AI Overviews.
• Excellent for education and troubleshooting.

Cons

• Results depend on image clarity.
• Rollout appears inconsistent across accounts.
• Privacy-sensitive users may hesitate to upload files.

Configuration Guide

• There is no specific "switch" to turn this on or off as it is a server-side update.
• Availability: If you do not see the Plus (+) icon on desktop yet, ensure you are signed into your Google Account.

Feature Access

Rollout Status: The Plus (+) icon is Desktop-First. It is currently rolling out to users in the US and select regions.

Mobile Users: Continue using the Google Lens (Camera) icon.

Account Type: Available for standard Google accounts.

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justification

Value 9

Bringing image and file input to the desktop fills a huge gap between mobile Lens and PC search.

Usability 8

Drag-and-drop is intuitive, though having two visual search icons (Plus and Lens) is slightly cluttered.

Wow Factor 8

Powerful but intentionally understated.

Total: 25/30 🌟 Excellent

This update unifies the Google ecosystem, making the desktop search bar just as powerful and sensory as the mobile app.

Key Takeaways

Google is blurring the line between "Search" and "AI Chatbot." 

By adding a dedicated file upload button to the desktop, they are acknowledging that we search with more than just keywords. 

This feature is perfect for users who store photos and files on their computers and want quick AI answers without transferring files to their phones.

Cool Tip Snapshot

• Feature Name: Google Search Desktop Upload (Plus Icon).
• Platform(s): Web (Desktop exclusive UI); Mobile via Lens.
• Quick Benefit: Drag-and-drop analysis on desktop.
• Access Type: Free (Rolling out).

Try It Yourself

Go to your computer and find a photo or file. 

Open Google.com, look for the new Plus (+) sign on the left of the bar, and drag your file there. 

Ask Google "Where was this taken?" and see if the AI can identify the location!

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ChatGPT Pinned Chats: Keep Your Most Important Conversations Front and Center

ChatGPT Pinned Chats: Keep Your Most Important Conversations Front and Center

 

Ever lose track of a critical ChatGPT conversation right when you need it most? Pinned Chats brings order to your AI workspace by letting you lock essential threads in place so they are always one click away.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 20, 2025

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If you use ChatGPT daily for work, learning, or creative projects, your chat list probably grows faster than you expect. 

Important threads sink as new ones pile up. 

Here's a Cool Tip: Pin Chats in ChatGPT.

Pinned Chats aims to fix that simple but costly productivity problem by letting you anchor key conversations at the top of your chat list.