OpenAI is making ChatGPT simpler to use by merging its chat and Work tabs, a move that should make the product feel more unified for people who rely on AI across both everyday questions and productivity workflows.
As part of the update, OpenAI says ChatGPT and Codex will draw usage from the same allocation pool. That means users should have a clearer, more consolidated way to understand how their AI usage is being applied across conversational and coding-related tools.
Why this matters
Small interface and billing changes can have an outsized impact when they reduce confusion. For professionals, developers, and teams, a shared allocation model may make it easier to move between brainstorming, writing, analysis, and coding without thinking as much about which tab or tool they are using.
- Less friction: A unified setup can make ChatGPT feel more consistent across use cases.
- Clearer usage: A shared allocation pool may simplify how users track access to ChatGPT and Codex.
- Better workflow: The change supports a future where AI assistants handle both conversation and work in one place.