ChatGPT Canvas: Complete Guide to Features & Editing Tips (2026)

Complete guide to ChatGPT Canvas for writing and coding. Learn collaborative editing, version history, inline suggestions, and when to use Canvas vs chat.

What is ChatGPT Canvas?

Canvas is a dedicated workspace in ChatGPT for longer-form writing and coding. Unlike chat, you can directly edit, select text, get inline suggestions, and track changes.

Opening Canvas

Canvas opens automatically for long-form content. You can also type "Open Canvas" or paste your content and ChatGPT will suggest switching to Canvas mode.

Canvas Features

• Inline Editing: Select any text → get suggestions, rewrite, or adjust length
• Version History: Arrow buttons to see before/after of each AI edit
• Adjust Length: Make content shorter, longer, or at specific reading level
• Add Emoji: One-click emoji enhancement for social/graphic content
• Code Review: In Canvas, ChatGPT can add inline code review comments