GPT-5: It Just Does Stuff
One Useful Thing Ethan Mollick ● Covered by 4 sources
GPT-5 automatically selects among multiple models and reasoning depths without user intervention, changing how people interact with AI by handling model selection and suggesting additional tasks beyond what was requested. The system shows capabilities like generating SVG code with embedded acrostics, creating functional 3D city builders from vague prompts, and producing business plans with supporting materials from single requests. This shifts the burden away from users carefully crafting prompts toward a model that proactively suggests next steps and executes them with minimal human guidance.
Why it matters
Putting the AI in Charge
