ChatGPT adds custom instructions and schedule task tools

OpenAI’s ChatGPT now offers a “custom instructions” feature that lets users pre‑set their role, tone, and response format once, eliminating repetitive prompts. The settings are accessed via the “Personalize” menu and include options for style, temperature, and memory. The article provides 20 ready‑made templates for professions such as sales, marketing, and copywriting, showing how specific prompts (e.g., “write sales emails in 15‑word subject lines”) can streamline daily workflows.

A separate update introduces an enhanced “schedule task” function that enables the AI to proactively deliver routine information—such as daily news summaries or task reminders—without being asked each time. The feature appears in a new sidebar section, works on Android devices, and requires a ChatGPT Plus or Pro subscription. Users can replace Google’s default Android assistant with ChatGPT, gaining automated task management while still retaining access to Google’s Gemini widgets if desired.