AnalysisAI AgentsAugust 28, 2026

OpenAI built hidden task system for ChatGPT inside Excel and PowerPoint

RuntimeWire reverse-engineered OpenAI's Windows desktop client (OpenAI.Codex_26.825.4187.0) to uncover an unreleased 'Artifact comments' feature. It lets users attach native Office comments or private ChatGPT assignments to Excel ranges and PowerPoint elements, batch them, and receive threaded replies after the agent edits the file.

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