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EP 588: ChatGPT’s Updated Canvas Mode in GPT-5: What’s new and how to make it work for you

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Aug 13, 2025
Discover the exciting features of ChatGPT's upgraded Canvas mode in GPT-5, now rivaling competitors in code rendering and editing. Learn how to activate this mode and see live demonstrations of its capabilities, including building interactive web apps and real-time editing. The hosts delve into practical business use cases and troubleshooting tips, making it accessible even for those without coding skills. With hands-on examples like creating learning games and portfolio sites, this discussion uncovers the future of interactive applications.
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Canvas Mode Is The Quiet Big Deal

  • GPT-5's updated Canvas mode is a major, underreported capability that lets users build interactive apps and run code inside ChatGPT.
  • Jordan argues Canvas turns many manual business tasks into interactive, automatable workflows that save time and money.
ADVICE

Turn On Canvas And Edit Inline

  • Activate Canvas explicitly via the plus → more → Canvas to access inline editing and live code rendering features.
  • Use inline highlighting to request targeted edits without altering the rest of the document.
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Two Modes: Docs And Runnable Code

  • Canvas has two distinct strengths: inline collaborative editing and executing rendered code as a runnable web app.
  • This duality enables non-coders to both iterate on text and deploy interactive prototypes instantly.
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