👽 GPTs. But what exactly are they?
When you open ChatGPT, you might notice a section called GPTs.
But what exactly are they?
Think of GPTs as custom mini-assistants inside ChatGPT.
Instead of one general-purpose AI, GPTs are tailored versions with special instructions, personalities, or tools built in. They can focus on specific skills — from writing feedback to scientific research — so you don’t have to explain the same thing over and over.
It’s like having a team of specialists you can switch between.
🛠️ Where Do You Find GPTs?
If you open ChatGPT (on desktop or mobile), look at the left-hand sidebar.
You’ll see a section called “GPTs” — that’s where all the custom assistants live.
Click GPTs in the sidebar.
Browse Trending (most popular right now) or explore Categories like Writing, Research, Fun, Productivity.
Pick one that catches your eye (like Scholar AI or Creative Writing Coach).
Start chatting right away — many GPTs even give you Conversation Starters to try.
✨ Pro tip: Save your favorites so you can switch between them easily, like a little toolbox of AI helpers.
📚 Example: Scholar AI
Scholar AI is like a personal research assistant. It searches through 200M+ scientific papers, patents, and books to help you with serious academic or technical projects.
Conversation starters include:
“Find me papers that reference this DOI.”
“What’s the experimental setup of this research paper?”
“Write a review on the use of VR for robotic surgery.”
Capabilities:
✅ Web search
✅ Data analysis
✅ DALL·E images
✅ Canvas for structured outputs
💡 Why it’s useful: Perfect for students, researchers, or anyone who wants to dig deeper into reliable sources — without drowning in Google searches.
🎲 Other Interesting GPTs to Try
Here are a few more I think you’ll love exploring:
🌍 Language Tutor → Learn and practice languages with roleplay.
👉 “Talk to me in Japanese like a barista. Correct my mistakes gently.”
👉 “Explain French verb tenses with examples.”
🎮 Game Master → Runs interactive roleplay or mini text adventures.
👉 “Create a fantasy adventure where I’m a witch in Kyoto.”
👉 “Be my D&D game master. Start a campaign in a haunted forest.”
💼 Resume & Interview Coach → Perfect for job prep.
👉 “Ask me 5 behavioral interview questions for a product manager role.”
👉 “Rewrite my CV summary to sound more engaging.”
🔍 Why GPTs Matter
No need to repeat yourself → A writing coach GPT will always know you want story feedback.
Specialized tools → Some GPTs have extra powers (like Scholar AI with data analysis).
Community-driven → You can browse “Trending” GPTs made by others, or even create your own.
Creative boost → Whether it’s generating icons, teaching you a language, or roleplaying as a game master, GPTs unlock new ways to use AI.
🪄 How to Use GPTs (Beginner-Friendly)
Open the ChatGPT sidebar → click GPTs.
Browse Trending or Categories (Writing, Research, Productivity, Fun).
Pick one (like Creative Writing Coach).
Start with the suggested conversation starters — or just type your own.
Save your favorites so you can come back anytime.
👽 My Take
Instead of one assistant, GPTs give you a whole cast of helpers.
And the best part? You can even build your own — for free.
✨ My advice: Don’t just stick to the default ChatGPT. Dive into GPTs, explore what others have made, and see which ones spark your creativity.
