Add /clear Command to Instantly Clear Chat
Introduce a /clear command in ChatGPT that instantly clears the entire chat window—similar to the cls command in Windows Command Prompt or the /clear command in terminal-based AI tools like Codex CLI.
Why This Helps:
Speed & Efficiency: Users can instantly reset the chat without navigating menus.
Familiar UX: Matches standard terminal behavior (
cls,clear,Ctrl+L) expected by developers and power users.Precedent: Already implemented in OpenAI’s own Codex CLI , where
/clearwipes the terminal instantly.
Implementation Suggestion:
Type
/clear→ Entire chat clears instantly (client-side only).Optional: Add confirmation dialog for accidental use.
Works alongside existing “Clear Conversations” in settings.
This small change would greatly improve usability, especially for users treating ChatGPT like a coding or command-line assistant.
Discussion in the ATmosphere