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Introducing apps in ChatGPT and the new Apps SDK

Overview of apps inside ChatGPT and Apps SDK preview for developers.

Overview

OpenAI introduces a new generation of apps that can be used directly inside ChatGPT conversations. These apps fit naturally into chat, can be discovered when ChatGPT suggests them at the right time, or called by name. They respond to natural language and include interactive interfaces that work right in the chat. The Apps SDK is built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and is available in preview for developers.

Key Points

Apps work directly inside ChatGPT conversations with natural language

ChatGPT can suggest apps when relevant or users can call them by name

Apps include interactive interfaces that work within the chat

Built on Model Context Protocol (MCP) as an open standard

Available to 800+ million ChatGPT users on Free, Go, Plus and Pro plans

Pilot partners include Booking.com, Canva, Coursera, Figma, Expedia, Spotify, Zillow

Prerequisites

ChatGPT account (Free, Go, Plus, or Pro plan)

Basic understanding of app development concepts

Access to Apps SDK documentation for developers

Step-by-Step Guide

1Start a message with an app name (e.g., 'Spotify, make a playlist')

2ChatGPT will surface the app and use relevant context

3Connect to the app when prompted for the first time

4Use the app's interactive interface within the chat

5ChatGPT can suggest apps when relevant to your conversation