OpenAI May Be Testing Operator-Style Automation in ChatGP ahead of GPT-5 launch

OpenAI appears to be testing a new automation layer inside ChatGPT, based on code leaks spotted in recent web and Android builds. The snippets reference actions like “click,” “drag,” “type,” and even “terminal feed,” along with messages such as “Reading API documentation” and “Checking available APIs.” These traces suggest an interactive agent that can autonomously perform tasks across apps or systems. The implementation resembles OpenAI’s internal “Operator” framework, a behind-the-scenes agent that controls virtual sandboxes or browsers to execute real-world tasks. The leaked code also hints at user segmentation via an “intake form,” implying limited early access or a developer preview. It remains unclear whether this feature will launch alongside GPT-5 or as a standalone capability for power users. For developers and enterprise users, this would significantly expand what ChatGPT can automate out of the box. Instead of writing custom scripts or plugins, users could delegate multi-step workflows directly to ChatGPT using natural language. It positions OpenAI to compete more directly with low-code automation platforms, while continuing its shift from conversational AI toward general-purpose agents.