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Nov 22, 2024 — Updates to the ChatGPT Web experience

ChatGPT
We are rolling out the following updates over the next two weeks to all ChatGPT users.
Sidebar redesign
New floating mode added with soft dismiss behaviorRecent conversations are now limited in the sidebar, with an unlimited infinite scroll flyout for all conversationsRecent GPTs & Pinned GPT's are now displayed below conversationsSettings are now always in the bottom of the sidebarA small settings icon was added in larger viewports when the sidebar is not openNew transitions were added to create a more immersive feel
Other updates for ChatGPT on Web
The core underpinnings of the site were revamped, offering much better support for a larger variety of devices and sizesInitiating a new conversation now scrolls it into view at the top of the screenInitiating a new conversation no longer auto scrolls to the bottom while the message is generatingThe sidebar when pinned can now stay open with an active Canvas if enough space is availableA new composer bar layout now fades content underneath it as you scroll with an updated look & feelThe new chat button has been moved to the left of the Model Picker to be easier to accessThe system icon in conversations has been removed to make additional horizontal spaceDall-E focused view has an updated layoutGPT Creator has an updated layout
Improved Mobile Web Experience
The experience with the on-screen keyboard on mobile devices has been greatly improved across iOS & Android devicesThe new sidebar is always in floating mode and auto closes when switching threadsWe no longer focus the composer on mobile web when switching conversationsAn issue causing scroll to get stuck in certain situations should be resolved
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