OpenAI has updated the ChatGPT app for macOS. The app can now read content from Apple Notes and more third-party apps. This change makes the app more helpful for writing, coding, and managing tasks.
New Features in ChatGPT for macOS
The latest update allows ChatGPT to connect with even more apps. These include popular tools like Notion, Quip, and new coding environments. Here’s a full list of the newly supported apps:
Coding Tools
- BBEdit
- MatLab
- Nova
- Script Editor
- TextMate
VS Code Alternatives
- VSCode Insiders
- VSCodium
- Cursor
- WindSurf
JetBrains IDEs
- Android Studio
- AppCode
- CLion
- DataGrip
- GoLand
- IntelliJ IDEA
- PHPStorm
- PyCharm
- RubyMine
- RustRover
- WebStorm
Terminal Apps
- Prompt
- Warp
Productivity Apps
- Apple Notes
- Notion
- Quip
Before this update, ChatGPT worked with iTerm 2, Terminal, TextEdit, VS Code, and Xcode.
How It Helps
ChatGPT can now read text or code directly from these apps. For example:
- In Xcode, ChatGPT can review your code and suggest fixes.
- In Apple Notes, it can help organize your ideas or summarize notes.
- In Notion, it can edit or reformat your content.
It can also read content from more than one app at the same time. This is handy for switching between coding tools and note-taking apps.
Privacy Is in Your Hands
OpenAI designed the app to keep your data safe. You control when ChatGPT can access your apps.
To manage permissions:
- Open the ChatGPT app on your Mac.
- Go to Settings.
- Choose which apps ChatGPT can access.
OpenAI says, “You have full control over how this data is stored or used.”
Who Can Use These Features?
These new integrations are only for subscribers to:
- ChatGPT Plus
- Pro
- Team
- Enterprise
- Edu
Free users can’t access these features yet. OpenAI has not said if this will change.
Siri and macOS Work Together
With the latest macOS 15.2 update, you can now talk to ChatGPT using Siri. This makes using the app even easier.
How to Get the Update
You can download the ChatGPT macOS app from OpenAI’s website. The app is free, but paid subscribers get access to all features.
If you’re already using ChatGPT on macOS, update the app to access the new tools.
Final Thoughts
The new features in ChatGPT for macOS make it more powerful. You can now use it with apps like Apple Notes, Notion, and many popular coding tools. Whether you’re a writer, coder, or student, these updates make ChatGPT a helpful assistant for your tasks.
