ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux Now Available in Preview with Codex Integration

Aug 13, 2026

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The ChatGPT desktop application for Linux has launched in preview mode, integrating ChatGPT, Work, and Codex into a single platform. Users can manage projects and files while utilizing Codex alongside ChatGPT, although some compatibility issues with input methods have been reported.

The ChatGPT desktop app for Linux is now in preview, combining ChatGPT, Work, and Codex functionalities.
The app serves as a workspace for managing projects and files, with support for running Codex alongside ChatGPT.
Users have reported input method issues, particularly with Japanese and Korean IMEs on Fedora KDE and other environments, but workarounds have been identified.
Some users noted that Codex CLI projects do not appear in the app's project list, and there are inconsistencies in download options across different operating systems.
Feedback from users suggests a need for improvements in project integration and input method compatibility.

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ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux Now Available in Preview with Codex Integration

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