Here’s how I make the most of my free ChatGPT account, beyond the basics

Even though modern AI chatbots like ChatGPT are the closest a computer has ever come to emulating human speech, many people don’t realize that they can do more than just draft simple essays. So if you’ve only been using it to check your grammar or ask simple questions, you’re barely scratching the surface of its potential. Luckily, you’ll find that there are countless ways to make ChatGPT work harder for you during the course of a normal day. The best part? You don’t need to pay $20 every month for ChatGPT Plus to follow along. Here’s how I make the most of my free ChatGPT account.

Simplify decision-making and purchases

Have you ever found yourself unable to decide between two or more options at the grocery store, car dealership, or electronics store? Me too, and I’ve learned that I can turn to ChatGPT for help with making purchase decisions. This is especially true now that the chatbot can search the internet for up-to-date information, even if you stick to the free tier.