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OpenAI's file reading feature reportedly malfunctioning

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Users are reporting that OpenAI's file reading capabilities have suddenly stopped working. Previously, users could upload and have documents like PDFs interpreted, but now the system states it lacks the necessary tools for this function. The issue appears to be widespread, affecting multiple sessions and users, with no clear explanation provided. AI

IMPACT Potential disruption for users relying on document analysis features.

RANK_REASON User-reported issue with a specific feature of an existing product.

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OpenAI's file reading feature reportedly malfunctioning

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Lazyjeans1337 ·

    File reading issue

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Last week I was able to upload pdf files to a work session and have astra read and interpret these files. All of the sudden as of today, it says it doesn't have the tools available to read any file i upload and its not giving me a reason why. I t…

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