OpenAI’s Deep Research Tool Upgrade Lets Users Generate Reports on ChatGPT
In Focus
- OpenAI launched the Deep Research tool in February 2025
- The AI-powered tool is designed to handle heavy research tasks
- The latest update allows users to narrow research focus to specific sources
OpenAI has released a ChatGPT Deep Research update, a year after the AI developer introduced the artificial intelligence agent. According to Gadgets360, the AI agent enables users to research complex topics using a multi-step process. Deep Research was designed to complete heavy tasks like market research, product comparisons, academic overviews, and campaign performance analysis.
New Update Gives Users More Control
The Deep Research tool update introduces two sets of improvements. The first set relates to controls while the second one relates to the viewing experience. The update on controls involves additional options that allow users to narrow their research focus to specific sources.
With the new update, users can specify the websites they wish to research in the prompt. Additionally, they can enable connected applications during research and use them as information sources.
“We’re introducing improvements to deep research in ChatGPT to help produce more accurate, credible reports with greater control. You can now focus research on specific websites and a larger collection of connected apps as trusted sources,” OpenAI stated in release notes published on its website.
OpenAI upgraded its Deep Research tool soon after the company started testing ads on ChatGPT in the U.S. The company said ads would be visible to logged-in adult users on the free tier and the lower-cost Go plan.
Users Can Narrow Search With Web-based Filters
The controls update brings website-based research filters to ChatGPT. This means users can apply filters and comparison parameters before conducting research. This enables them to narrow their search and compare datasets or monitor coverage over time.
The Deep Research tool also comes with a real-time tracking feature. Users can interrupt active research sessions to introduce new sources or add follow-up instructions. These capabilities enhance user experience and make the research tool feel more like a diligent assistant.
OpenAI added that “deep research works with authenticated sources, approved URLs, and apps to produce more credible, actionable reports”.
OpenAI also updated the GPT-5.2 Instant model, which powers Deep Research. The AI company says “users should notice responses that are more measured and grounded in tone” following the GPT-5.2 update. Additionally, OpenAI said the AI model will be able to generate clearer, more relevant responses that are also contextually appropriate to the conversation.
ChatGPT Update Includes a Full-Screen Report Viewer
In terms of viewing experience, the Deep Research update introduces a full-screen report viewer. ChatGPT’s full-screen report viewer gives users the flexibility to generate structured reports or tables within ChatGPT chats, including visual summaries and charts. Users can opt to switch to full-screen mode for easier reading.
OpenAI’s new Deep Research features include a sidebar entry point and side panels with an interactive index and citations. These improvements make the Deep Research tool ideal for users who want something presentable as opposed to paragraphs of text.
