This guide shows you how to upload and analyze files using the Advanced Data Analysis feature. This powerful tool lets you process spreadsheets, documents, and other files directly in your conversation to gain valuable insights. You will need an active ChatGPT Plus subscription and the file you wish to analyze.
Click the three dots ... next to your account name at the bottom-left of the screen and select Settings from the menu.
In the settings window, navigate to the Beta features tab.
Click the toggle next to Advanced data analysis to enable the feature. The toggle will turn green, indicating it is active.
Close the settings window by clicking the X icon.
Start a new chat and select GPT-4 from the model selector at the top of the screen.
From the options that appear, choose Advanced Data Analysis. A plus icon will now be visible in the prompt area.
Click the plus (+) icon next to the message box to open your device's file explorer.
Navigate to and select the file you want to analyze, then click Open.
Your file will appear attached above the message box. Type your analysis request into the message box.
Click the Send message button to submit your file and prompt for analysis.
If you do not see the Beta features option in your settings, please ensure your account has an active ChatGPT Plus subscription. You can upload various file types, including CSVs, PDFs, and images. If you encounter an error, check that your file is not corrupted and is a supported format.
This article guides you through enabling and using the Advanced Data Analysis feature in ChatGPT. By following these steps, you can upload various file types, such as spreadsheets and documents, and instruct the model to perform complex analysis, generate visualizations, and provide summaries. This functionality transforms ChatGPT into a powerful data assistant, making sophisticated data interpretation accessible to everyone.