How to Enable and Install ChatGPT Plugins
Ready to take your ChatGPT conversations to the next level? With plugins, you can unlock a whole new set ofChatGPT functionalitiesfrom accessing the internet and real-time info to theability to generate imagesand flow charts. But plugins are not enabled on ChatGPT by default. In this article, we will go through everything related to ChatGPT plugins and also cover a step-by-step process of enabling, installing, and managing ChatGPT plugins.
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What Are ChatGPT Plugins
Plugins are likeadd-ons to ChatGPTthat can improve its functionality. You can install these plugins directly from ChatGPT’s Plugin Store. However, as of now, plugins are supported on the free version of ChatGPT. You need to use GPT-4 language model which requires a ChatGPT Plus subscription which costs $20/month.
How to Subscribe to ChatGPT Plus
1.Open theChatGPT Websiteand click on theUpgrade to Plusoption at the bottom left corner.
2.Now in the pop-up window, click on theUpgrade planoption below the ChatGPT Plus option.
3.On the next page, complete the payment process with either your debit or credit card.
Now you may get back to the ChatGPT home page and take advantage of ChatGPT Plus features like faster output, GPT-4, etc.
How to Enable Plugins Option on ChatGPT
You will now have to enable the plugin feature, currently in beta before you can install and use individual plugins.
1.On the ChatGPT homepage, click on theprofile nameat the bottom left corner and then select theSettingsoption.
2.In the Settings pop-up window, select theBeta featuresoption on the sidebar. Then enable the toggle beside thePluginsoption to enable.
3.Now on the ChatGPT homepage, select theGPT-4option at the top.
- In the drop-down that appears, select thePluginsoption to use ChatGPT with Plugins.
How to Install Plugins from Plugins Store on ChatGPT
To use any plugin on ChatGPT Plus, first, you need to install the plugin from the Plugin Store. Install the plugins that you trust with your data as these plugins can access parts of info from your conversation and also details such as your country or state to improve your conversation for a better experience.
1.Click on theNo Plugin enabledoption and then select thePlugin storeoption. If you have some plugins already installed, click on theplugin icons, scroll down in the plugins list, then select thePlugin storeoption.
2.In the pop-up, click on theOKbutton to confirm and enter the Plugin Store.
3.Now you should see Plugin Store with 8 popular plugins on the front page.
4.Click on theAllbutton at the top to view all the plugins ChatGPT integrates with.
5.Navigate the Plugin store with the pagination numbers at the bottom. Once you find the plugin you are looking for, click on theInstallbutton below it. But there’s a catch.
How to Use and Manage Plugins on ChatGPT
On ChatGPT, you cannot just use all the plugins straight away. You can only enable 3 plugins at a time. For example, if you want to search for recipes using the Tasty plugin, then you need to turn off one of the three plugins that are already enabled and then enable the Tasty plugin. Now you can search for the recipes. Here’s how to use ChatGPT plugins.
1.Once installed, come back to the ChatGPT homepage and click on theNo plugins enabledoption.
2.Now enable the checkbox beside the plugin that you want to use. Again, remember, you can enable up to 3 plugins at any time.
3.Once enabled, just enter the prompt for the recipe you want and press Enter. You don’t have to select the plugin. ChatGPT will automatically use the required plugin to get the work done.
4.To change the enabled plugins, click on theplugin iconsat the top and then disable the plugin. Now you’re able to enable another one.
How to Uninstall Plugins on ChatGPT
If you installed the plugin for one-time use or don’t have the need for the plugin anymore, you can easily uninstall plugins on ChatGPT.
1.Click on thePlugin iconsat the top of the page, scroll down the plugins list, and select thePlugin storeoption.
2.Now on the Plugin store, click on theInstalledoption at the top to check all the installed plugins.
3.Now just click on theUninstallbutton below the plugin to uninstall the same.
ChatGPT Plus: The Best Yet
Plugins improve the functionality of ChatGPT and there is a good set of plugins that work amazingly. But, upgrading to ChatGPT Plus not only unlocks plugins but also makes ChatGPT responses faster, the ability to use ChatGPT when demand is higher, etc. Most importantly, you get to use the latest GPT-4 version which is trained on larger data set than the free version making it more accurate and stable in its replies. We have compared ChatGPT with both Bing and Bard. Here’s our take onChatGPT vs Bing vs Bard.
Ravi Teja KNTS
Tech writer with over 4 years of experience at TechWiser, where he has authored more than 700 articles on AI, Google apps, Chrome OS, Discord, and Android. His journey started with a passion for discussing technology and helping others in online forums, which naturally grew into a career in tech journalism. Ravi’s writing focuses on simplifying technology, making it accessible and jargon-free for readers. When he’s not breaking down the latest tech, he’s often immersed in a classic film – a true cinephile at heart.
