OpenAI has just rolled out the biggest update to ChatGPT Projects since it launched and it’s a game-changer. With this update, Projects becomes more than just a place to organize chats. It’s now a smart workspace that helps you stay focused, work faster, and do more with AI.
Whether you’re managing creative projects, working with code, or doing research, these 6 new features will make your work easier and more efficient.
1. Voice Mode Now Works in Projects
You can now use your voice to talk to ChatGPT directly inside your project. This means you don’t have to type just speak naturally, and the AI will respond based on your files and past chats in the project. It’s more than simple voice typing. ChatGPT actually remembers the context of your work, so you can ask about specific documents or past decisions without explaining everything again. It’s perfect for times when you’re walking, driving, or working with your hands and want to keep things moving.
2. Full Project Features on Mobile
Now you can use all of the main features of ChatGPT Projects right from your phone. You can upload files, switch between AI models, and continue working without needing a computer. This is great for people who work outside the office. For example, an architect can take a picture at a construction site and upload it directly into a project. A journalist can upload interviews from the field. It’s all designed to help you stay productive no matter where you are.
3. Smarter Memory That Truly Remembers
One of the biggest improvements is the new memory system inside Projects. ChatGPT now remembers your past conversations within a project and uses them to give better answers. For example, if you’re working on a long-term campaign, the AI will remember your brand voice, earlier ideas, and decisions you made before. This means you don’t have to repeat yourself every time you start a new session. It helps you stay consistent and saves time, especially when managing complex tasks
4. Share One Conversation Without Sharing Everything
ChatGPT Projects now allow you to share just one chat instead of the whole project. You can create a private link to a single conversation, which means you can keep your files, instructions, and other chats hidden. This is helpful for people who need to send reports, code, or lesson plans without giving away their full process or confidential data. It’s a simple but powerful way to collaborate while protecting your work.
5. Smarter File Uploads and Understanding
You can now upload up to 20 files in a single project, and ChatGPT is much better at understanding how these files connect. It can read multiple documents, compare them, and pull out important insights by itself. Also, each project is kept separate, so the data from one project won’t mix with another. This is especially useful for professionals like analysts, researchers, or writers who work with lots of documents at once.
6. Custom Instructions Per Project
Each Project can now have its own custom instructions that tell ChatGPT how to respond. These instructions are separate from your main ChatGPT settings and only apply to that one project. For example, you can set one project to write in a formal technical style and another in a friendly, simple tone. This lets you create specialized AI helpers that match the exact needs of each task you’re working on.
What About Privacy?
OpenAI has also updated how your data is used. If you’re on a Team, Enterprise, or Education plan, your project data is not used to train the AI by default. If you’re on a Free, Plus, or Pro plan, you can choose whether or not to let OpenAI use your data by changing a setting called “Improve the model for everyone.” This gives users more control over how their information is handled.
Final Thoughts
These new features show that ChatGPT Projects is becoming a serious tool for real work. With smarter memory, voice tools, better file handling, and project-specific settings, it’s now built for professionals and teams who want to get more done. Over time, we can expect even more features like live collaboration, ready-made templates, and deeper integrations with other tools. If you already use Projects, now is the perfect time to explore what’s new and see how it can improve your workflow.
