Improved Memory Management – Batch Delete, Categorisation, and Export/Import Options

ChatGPT Feature requests
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Dear OpenAI Team,

I’d like to request improvements to ChatGPT’s memory management system to make it more user-friendly and efficient. Currently, managing memories can be tedious, as users must delete entries one by one without clear organisation. The following enhancements would greatly improve usability:

1. Batch Memory Management

  • Allow users to select multiple memories for deletion instead of removing them individually.
  • Enable bulk edits, so users can refine stored information instead of only deleting it.

2. Better Organisation & Control

  • Introduce a way to group or categorise memories for easier navigation.
  • Provide an option to toggle specific memories on/off rather than deleting them permanently.

3. Memory Export & Import

  • Allow users to export memories for backup or reference.
  • Provide an import feature so users can restore important information after clearing memory.

These changes would offer greater control, efficiency, and flexibility, making memory management far more intuitive. I hope you consider these suggestions for future updates.

Thank you for your time and for continuously improving ChatGPT’s capabilities!

Best regards,
Chris

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Absolutely agree with this, Chris. These suggestions would significantly improve how we interact with long-term memory.

I’d especially highlight the value of:
• Bulk editing (not just deletion), so memory can evolve instead of constantly being reset
• Toggling entries on/off, which would allow for flexible context switching without permanent loss
• And export/import, which would be game-changing for users who’ve curated complex personal or professional setups over time

Right now, memory feels more like a static list than a usable system. Giving users more agency would enhance efficiency in long-term use.