To access DeepResearch in ChatGPT, you must use the browsing feature available to ChatGPT Plus or Enterprise subscribers. This feature allows ChatGPT to retrieve real-time information from the internet, which is essential for accessing up-to-date research, articles, or data. The prerequisites include an active ChatGPT Plus subscription ($20/month) or Enterprise access, enabling the browsing feature in settings, and selecting the GPT-4 model. The feature is not available on the free tier or GPT-3.5.
First, ensure your account is upgraded to ChatGPT Plus or Enterprise. Once subscribed, navigate to the settings menu (click the three dots next to your account name) and enable the browsing feature under "Beta Features." This allows ChatGPT to perform web searches using Bing. When starting a new chat, select the GPT-4 model from the model selector at the top of the interface, then choose "Browse with Bing" from the dropdown. Without selecting GPT-4 and enabling browsing, ChatGPT will default to its static knowledge base (which only includes data up to October 2023) and cannot retrieve newer information.
To use DeepResearch effectively, structure your prompts to explicitly request web-based information. For example, asking, "Find recent studies published in 2024 about renewable energy advancements" will trigger the model to search and summarize findings. Avoid vague queries like "Tell me about renewable energy," as the model might rely on its pre-existing knowledge instead. Note that browsing may occasionally fail due to paywalls, site restrictions, or technical limitations. In such cases, refining the prompt or specifying a trusted source (e.g., "Search PubMed for...") can improve results.