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Utilizing the older OpenAI model: A guide to employing ChatGPT-4o rather than GPT-5

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Older OpenAI model usage guide: Employing ChatGPT-4o instead of GPT-5
Older OpenAI model usage guide: Employing ChatGPT-4o instead of GPT-5

Utilizing the older OpenAI model: A guide to employing ChatGPT-4o rather than GPT-5

In a recent development, OpenAI has made it possible for ChatGPT Plus subscribers to re-enable ChatGPT-4o, the previous AI model, on ChatGPT.com. Here's a simple guide to help you access this feature.

  1. Open ChatGPT.com in your web browser and log in to your account.
  2. Click your username or profile picture in the bottom-left corner.
  3. Select Settings from the menu that appears.
  4. Go to the General section in Settings.
  5. Toggle on the "Show legacy models" option to enable access to older models.
  6. Close the settings and in the model selector dropdown, choose ChatGPT-4o from the legacy models list.

By following these steps, you can re-enable ChatGPT-4o and use it instead of the default GPT-5 model. This option is only available for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, who are required to pay for OpenAI's chatbot service.

Please note that this reintroduction of ChatGPT-4o does not guarantee the return of other discontinued legacy models. OpenAI has not yet confirmed any plans regarding this matter.

The GPT-5 AI model, which was recently unveiled by Sam Altman and co last Thursday, has received significant criticism on social media due to its perceived inefficiency compared to its predecessor, GPT-4. Some users have found the new model to be less efficient, leading to the demand for the return of ChatGPT-4o.

This option to re-enable ChatGPT-4o syncs across platforms, including the web, Mac app, iPhone, and iPad apps, after restarting the app if necessary. However, it's important to note that the reintroduced GPT-4 model is hidden in the settings of ChatGPT, so you may need to adjust your settings to access it.

[1] Enabling ChatGPT-4o provides access to all legacy models OpenAI reinstates across all devices. [3] To re-enable ChatGPT-4o, navigate to ChatGPT.com on a web browser. [5] The loss of GPT-4's memories and personality has been too much for some users to handle.

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