OpenAI addresses high-compute mode consumption clarity issue: Urgently resets Codex and ChatGPT Work quotas

OpenAI Codex core member Tibo posted on X platform, stating that previously it was too easy for users to enable high-compute mode without adequately explaining its impact on usage quotas; a massive redesign of the desktop application made commonly used features like chat and projects difficult to find; marketing efforts were overly focused on ChatGPT Work, leading some Codex users to mistakenly believe Codex would be phased out in the future. Additionally, the new version caused issues with some multi-agent workflows, plugin functionality, and other user experiences.

In response to the above issues, OpenAI has already launched initial improvement measures, including adjusting default settings and the model selector to prevent users from inadvertently using high-cost configurations; fixing multiple plugin submission issues; optimizing Codex's presentation within the product, and resolving some desktop experience problems.

Furthermore, over the past 24 hours, OpenAI has been continuously collecting user feedback, analyzing usage patterns, and engaging with users. Although the market has shown strong interest in GPT 5.6 Sol and the web and mobile versions of ChatGPT Work, OpenAI has also acknowledged several issues with this update.

As of now, two top-ups for Codex and ChatGPT Work usage quotas have been completed. The next round of larger-scale updates will be released next week, when chat and project features will return to the sidebar in a more familiar and customizable form. At the same time, the platform will enhance the visibility of usage quotas and reset times, further clarifying the respective suitable use cases for ChatGPT Work and Codex.