You've likely turned to ChatGPT for crafting blog posts, social media captions, or other written content. It excels at that, no question. But did you know it's also packed with features that go well beyond the realm of just text generation?

Today, I’m diving into six functionalities of ChatGPT that you probably didn't know existed but are sure to transform how you operate your business.

1. Handling multiple file types (all at once):

First up, ChatGPT can manage multiple file types—such as documents, spreadsheets, and more—all at the same time. This feature is useful for those who want to analyze the relationships between different types of files. Upload a document and a spreadsheet, and ChatGPT will analyze both, providing insights you might have otherwise missed.

Additionally, the "Advanced Data Analysis" feature, formerly known as the "Code Interpreter," supports both uploading and downloading of files. For instance, you could upload a spreadsheet, have ChatGPT edit it, and then download the revised version. This feature is compatible with a wide range of file types, including documents, spreadsheets, videos, images, and PDFs.

2. Converting and encoding media files: e.g. MP4 to MOV:

Next up is the ability to convert your image or video files. Ever had a moment where a crucial video wouldn't play because the format was incompatible? With ChatGPT, you can easily convert an MP4 video to MOV, ensuring smooth playback and wider compatibility.

3. Export your chats to downloadable files:

Most users simply copy and paste the text from ChatGPT into their preferred applications and/or document editors. But there's a more efficient way. ChatGPT enables you to export your chat outputs directly into various formats, such as PDFs and document files.

This comes in handy when you've used ChatGPT for specific tasks like article writing. Instead of manual copy-pasting, you can prompt ChatGPT to export your finished article into the format that best fits your needs, whether that's a PDF for seamless sharing or a DOC for additional edits.

4. Video transcription:

One lesser-known feature of ChatGPT is its ability to transcribe videos. Not only can it handle a single video, but it can also manage multiple uploads, generating transcripts for each simultaneously.

These transcripts can then be exported directly to a .doc file, simplifying the process of incorporating this content into your ongoing projects.

5. Publishing your chats on the web:

ChatGPT enables you to publish your chats via a static link. Perfect for collaborative projects or sharing insights with your audience, this feature ensures that your valuable conversations are easily accessible.

Additionally, you can keep editing and adding to the chat thread on your side, and these changes won't affect what's visible on the published static link. This allows you to privately develop your discussions while keeping the public record of the conversation intact.

6. Set custom conversation presets for consistent/streamlined chats:

One more feature worth noting is ChatGPT's option to set custom conversation presets. This lets you set default chat settings that match the tasks or projects you frequently tackle with the tool.

If you're regularly using ChatGPT for recurring tasks like email drafts or content creation, custom presets help you get right to work, skipping the initial setup each time.

ChatGPT does more than just generate text. It can manage multiple file types at once, transcribe multiple videos, and even let you publish your chats through a static link. It offers a range of features that can simplify various aspects of your business.