Beyond Blue Links: ChatGPT Search
Briefly

The article discusses the varying needs of three user segments of AI search: power users, developers, and casual searchers. Power users prioritize depth and citation verification, while developers focus on integrating fast and reliable responses into applications with minimal latency. Casual searchers look for instant answers and direct links. The strategy for ChatGPT Search aims to create a 'navigation shield' that can provide immediate, confident answers and links to prevent users from reverting to traditional search engines like Google, ultimately improving user satisfaction and retention.
For power users, the depth of interaction with data is crucial, prioritizing verified sources over speed. They demand citation-rich information for reliable content.
Developers aim for sub-250 ms latency in integrating solutions. This brings platform lock-in and potentially significant revenue by improving user retention.
Casual Searchers require instant results, prioritizing speed over elaboration. They prefer quick facts and links rather than curated, lengthy responses.
To enhance ChatGPT Search, a 'navigation shield' prioritizes providing immediate links or high-confidence answers to reduce reliance on traditional search engines.
Read at Medium
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