Want to create your own AI assistant, tutor, coach, or tool? With ChatGPT’s Custom GPT Builder, you can do it in just a few minutes—no coding required. In this guide, I’ll walk you through every step with simple instructions and screenshots so you can build your own GPT today.
🛠 What You’ll Need: #
- A Personal ChatGPT Plus subscription ($20/month).
- A clear idea of what your GPT should do
Step 1: Open the GPT Builder #
First, log into ChatGPT and click on Explore GPTs in the left sidebar.
Then click the Create button in the top-right corner.
Step 2: Use the Walkthrough Wizard #
You’ll now enter the GPT Builder. ChatGPT will act as your co-pilot, asking questions to guide you through the process.
Some things it will ask:
- What should your GPT be called?
- What should it help users do?
- What tone should it use? (friendly, professional, funny, etc.)
- Should it have any special knowledge, skills, or files?
Just type your answers like you would in a regular chat.
This is your time to add any special instructions of what you would like your GPT to do, and how you would like it to do it.
Step 3: Upload Files or Instructions (Optional) #
- Upload PDF guides, brand style docs, or other files your GPT will reference when responding
- You can also choose which available capabilities you want your GPT to have
- You can also type special instructions in the system message (we’ll cover that in Step 4).
Important: You don’t need to upload docs or knowledge that ChatGPT already has. Use the document upload to provide specialized instructions or guidance that are specific to your needs and how you want it to output information.
For instance, if you’re creating a marketing assistant GPT for your business, you don’t need to upload instructions on how to build a content calendar, it already knows how to do that. What it doesn’t know is who you are, about your brand, target audience and who your idea customer is.
Step 4: Review the Settings #
Once you finish the walkthrough, you’ll see a preview screen where you can fine-tune your GPT.
Here’s what you can customize:
- Name: Give your GPT a clear and catchy name.
- Description: This appears in the public GPTs directory.
- Instructions: This is where you tell your GPT how to behave. For example: “You are a helpful personal finance coach that speaks in plain English and helps beginners understand budgeting.”
- Knowledge Files: Add files it should reference.
- Conversation Starters: Add example prompts users can click to get started.
Step 5: Save and Publish #
When you’re happy with everything, click Update or Publish.
Click share and you’ll see options to make your GPT public, private, or unlisted (accessible only via link).
- Public– For when you want your GPT to be listed in the GPT store and be publicly available.
- Private – For GPTs that are just for you. Not publicly available.
- Unlisted- Not in the GPT store, but you can share it’s link for others to use.
Tips for Better GPTs #
- Be clear in your instructions.
- Keep the tone consistent.
- Use example questions or starters.
- Test your GPT like a user would.
🎉 You’re Done! #
Your custom GPT is now ready to use and share! As you use your GPT you will want to make tweaks or add additional instructions to it. Simply go back to the edit page and type additional instruction in plain English and wait for the GPT to confirm that it’s updated with the new information. I always add “Ask questions if you need clarity” to ensure that it will prompt me for more info if needed.
If you need more assistance, or just want an experienced professional to built a custom GPT for you give us a holler at hello@kitableplanet.com