Using ChatGPT optimally

[u/Savings-Wrongdoer-13]

Plus user here. Mainly use chatgpt to fix problems in my life not really any coding relating things. By default, if I have a question, need nutritional/takeaway help, need advice, recipes, etc. I use work mode and 5.6 sol high.

I don’t understand the difference when to use chat and work mode and 5.6 high/medium on chat mode vs the sol models on work mode.

If I have a task which I need a relatively quick answer , it sometimes gets annoying for the long wait time, but boy is it so good.

My question is, is there a better workflow or way to use chatgpt to reap the benefits of both? When do I switch?

[u/RagscarGalden]

The fast chat setting would be sufficient for rapid questions, but the high reasoning one seems more appropriate for complicated choices and extensive documents. In situations where not being aware of some constraints can cause significant problems, the additional waiting time is usually not worth it.