I've been using ChatGPT Plus for a mental health project to create things like calming tools, but I'm having some doubts about its PDF generation abilities. The tool claims it can create fully designed PDFs with artistic layouts and formatting, not just bland text, but so far I've only received plain white pages with basic text. ZIP files sometimes don't download right or open strangely on my phone. Can anyone confirm if ChatGPT can actually produce designed PDFs, or is it all just hype?
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If you're looking to create PDFs with more complex content, you might want to use LaTeX for that. It’s great for numbers-based PDFs and offers tons of formatting options!
Yeah, definitely give LaTeX a shot in Overleaf. It’s perfect for making polished documents and ensures everything is laid out just right!
I agree with what you're saying. I've used OpenAI Plus all day, and it doesn't always deliver what it promises. It seems like users are expected to add images themselves before generating PDFs. Pretty frustrating!
I just tried getting it to create a resume, and it turned out alright! It seems like there’s a bit of a gap between expectations and what it delivers. The issue with complex designs might stem from its coding limitations when generating PDFs. Try using o4-mini or o4-mini-high for potentially better output; just be as specific as possible about where you want images placed!
Great idea! I'll definitely try being super clear about the layout.
Pro tip: Try having ChatGPT generate HTML with CSS, and then print that to PDF. It can make beautiful designs if you provide clear instructions. The AI might not have this feature directly integrated, but it definitely has the capability!
Yeah, I feel like some added explanation would help. Would be nice if it included a few templates or tips!