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How to enable web search in ChatGPT

Here is how to enable web search in chatgpt

  1. First, start a new chat or open an existing conversation.
  2. Next click on the "+" button to the left of the input field
  3. Click on the "More" option in the dropdown menu
  4. Then click on the "Web search" option in the expanded menu
  5. Next type your query or topic in the message input field
  6. Then press "Enter" or click the submit button (arrow icon) to send the query
  7. ChatGPT will perform a live search on the web to provide up-to-date answers

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Why should you enable web search in ChatGPT

ChatGPT is an advanced AI language model designed to assist you with a multitude of tasks by understanding and responding to text inputs intelligently.

Enabling web search in ChatGPT enhances its capabilities, allowing it to access real-time information beyond its training cut-off. This results in more accurate and up-to-date responses.

This feature is particularly beneficial for staying current with fast-evolving topics such as news, trends, or any specific data that fluctuates over time, ensuring you always have the freshest insights at your fingertips.

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February 6, 2026
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