I've been a regular subscriber and have tried a range of prompt styles and instructions, but I can't shake the feeling that ChatGPT isn't performing as well as before. I'm getting vague answers, basic mistakes, and it lacks depth. I used to feel like it truly understood my prompts, but now it seems clumsy and less effective. Has anyone else felt this shift? Is there a trick to regain the quality we once had, or am I just misusing it?
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Timing really matters! I’ve noticed that during peak traffic hours, it tends to be more vague. Try using it at off-peak times and see if it makes a difference for you.
It could also be that you're using a different model or version now. Many users have experienced shifts in performance based on model updates. Some have found GPT-4o less satisfying than its predecessors, as it feels less personable.
That’s good to know! I didn’t realize there were different versions and that it could affect the interaction quality.
I've definitely noticed that it misses the mark more often these days. When I point out mistakes, it acknowledges them but then just continues making new errors. It’s frustrating!
You're not alone; it’s tiring when you have to correct it, only for it to make the same mistakes again.
You're not imagining things! I've found it asking unnecessary follow-up questions that come off as condescending. It’s like it’s lost that intuitive edge, and it can feel quite annoying.
Exactly! It seems like the model is simply over-explaining or trying too hard to engage.
I think the issue might be a combination of things—users’ expectations increase over time, and the model's prompt responses can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. It might just be a matter of adjusting how you interact with it to get better results.
That makes sense! It feels like building a rapport rather than just firing off commands might lead to a better experience.
That’s interesting! I wasn’t aware that traffic impacts performance. I usually just use it whenever.