ChatGPT's Deep Research tool can now output detailed PDFs - and I'm impressed
- On May 12, 2025, OpenAI introduced the ability to export detailed Deep Research reports as PDFs through its web application, allowing users to download fully formatted documents that include tables, images, and linked citations.
- OpenAI introduced this feature to address practical user needs for sharing polished, verifiable research, following user feedback and competitive pressure.
- The PDF exports preserve full formatting, including tables, images, linked citations, and subheadings, improving accessibility and shareability for Plus, Team, and Pro subscribers.
- OpenAI reported that the tool scans dozens of sources and generates reports within 5 to 30 minutes, allowing users to handle complex tasks efficiently.
- This update signals OpenAI’s strategic shift toward enterprise and professional markets with enhanced product packaging amid intensifying AI research assistant competition.
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OpenAI has added a powerful PDF export feature to its Deep Research tool, signaling a major push into enterprise AI and transforming how businesses generate and share insights.
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