The new feature of ChatGPT, Canvas, is a game-changer in collaborative coding and text editing. This AI-powered model is designed to work alongside users, providing pinpoint edits and targeted changes to code and documents. We put CHPT Canvas to the test, comparing it to Cloud Artifacts and exploring its capabilities.
One of the standout features of CHPT Canvas is its ability to collaborate with users in real-time, making targeted edits and suggestions to code. This is a significant improvement over Cloud Artifacts, which often resorts to full rewrites of code. CHPT Canvas’s pinpoint edit feature reduces the chances of breaking code that doesn’t need to be edited, making it a more efficient and reliable tool.
To test CHPT Canvas, we used a real-world example of converting a 3D cube animation from HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to WebGL. We compared the results of CHPT Canvas to Cloud Artifacts, and while both tools were able to achieve the desired result, CHPT Canvas did so with more finesse and control.
One of the areas where Cloud Artifacts still holds an edge is in live previews. CHPT Canvas currently lacks this feature, which allows users to see changes to their code in real-time. However, CHPT Canvas makes up for this with its ability to comment on code changes, providing a more transparent and collaborative experience.
In terms of UX, CHPT Canvas is more user-friendly and intuitive than Cloud Artifacts. The ability to edit code alongside the AI model makes for a more seamless and efficient workflow. Additionally, CHPT Canvas’s commenting feature provides a clear record of changes made to the code, making it easier to track and manage revisions.
Overall, CHPT Canvas is a powerful tool that has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach collaborative coding and text editing. While it still has some areas for improvement, its pinpoint edit feature and real-time collaboration capabilities make it a valuable asset for developers and coders.
In the future, we can expect to see even more features and improvements to CHPT Canvas, including the ability to use custom GPTs and integrate with third-party APIs. As it stands, CHPT Canvas is a game-changer in the world of collaborative coding, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this exciting new feature.