Agent Mode
Master Agent Mode to automate tasks, book flights, and complete complex actions.
1. What exactly is Agent Mode in Atlas?
Agent Mode is an advanced feature that allows ChatGPT to take autonomous actions on your behalf within the browser. It can fill out forms, click buttons, navigate websites, and complete multi-step tasks without your intervention for each step.
2. How do I enable Agent Mode?
Agent Mode is available exclusively to ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers. To enable it, open the ChatGPT sidebar, look for the Agent Mode toggle, and turn it on. You can disable it anytime from the same location.
3. What tasks can Agent Mode perform?
Agent Mode can book flights and hotels, order groceries, compare product prices, fill out complex forms, schedule appointments, research topics, and complete other multi-step tasks. The capabilities continue to expand with updates.
4. Is Agent Mode safe to use?
Yes, Agent Mode is designed with safety in mind. It requires your explicit permission before taking actions, shows you what it's about to do, and you can stop it at any time. Your credentials and sensitive data remain secure.
5. Can Agent Mode access my passwords and personal information?
Agent Mode cannot access your stored passwords or sensitive information directly. However, it can interact with websites where you're already logged in. You maintain full control over what information it can access.
6. How do I give Agent Mode instructions?
Simply describe what you want to accomplish in natural language in the ChatGPT sidebar. For example, 'Book me a flight from New York to Los Angeles next Friday' or 'Find the cheapest laptop under $1000'. Agent Mode will handle the rest.
7. Can Agent Mode make purchases on my behalf?
Agent Mode can navigate to checkout pages and fill out forms, but it requires your final confirmation before completing any purchase. You always have the final say on transactions.
8. What happens if Agent Mode encounters an error?
If Agent Mode encounters an error or can't complete a task, it will notify you with details about what went wrong. You can then manually complete the task or ask Agent Mode to try a different approach.
9. Does Agent Mode work on all websites?
Agent Mode works on most websites, but some sites with complex security measures or unusual layouts may have limitations. OpenAI continuously improves compatibility with new websites.
10. Can I use Agent Mode for research and data collection?
Yes, Agent Mode is excellent for research tasks. It can visit multiple websites, extract information, compare data, and compile results. This is particularly useful for market research and competitive analysis.
11. How long does it take for Agent Mode to complete a task?
Task completion time varies depending on complexity. Simple tasks may take seconds, while complex multi-step tasks could take minutes. Agent Mode works at a reasonable pace to ensure accuracy.
12. Can I schedule Agent Mode tasks to run automatically?
Currently, Agent Mode requires your initiation and monitoring. Scheduled automation is not yet available, but OpenAI has indicated this feature may come in future updates.