Codex in ChatGPT desktop app for Linux is now in preview

ChatGPT desktop app for Linux is now available in preview, combining ChatGPT, Work, and Codex into a single native desktop experience. The app serves as a workspace for managing projects, handling files, using browser workflows, and running Codex alongside ChatGPT. Users can find more details about the desktop experience in the official ChatGPT desktop app documentation.

Feedback and experiences are welcome in the designated topic. However, there are inconsistencies in the site's navigation and download options, which can be frustrating. For instance, the website only allows users to see a download button for their current OS, while other platforms display buttons for Windows and macOS without question. This inconsistency is particularly frustrating when dealing with a powerful AI that users are likely to be tech-savvy enough to handle.

Despite this, some users have reported that the Linux version works well with WSL Ubuntu 24.04 and WSLg in Windows. Users have also confirmed successful installation and usage with Japanese and Korean input methods under various distros. However, there are also reports of issues with Wayland, GNOME, and Fedora 44, where the display appears to fall back to X11, leading to flickering and erratic behavior during rapid dragging.

One user noted that Codex CLI projects on the same machine do not appear in the Desktop app's project list, resulting in standalone chats with empty project folders. This functionality is inferior to remote server access, as projects appear seamlessly when pointing to the correct path. A user also mentioned that certain distributions, such as Arch Linux and NixOS, cannot use the Linux version without workarounds, favoring specific package formats over others. They suggested that a flatpak or app image would be a more practical solution.