UI Indicator for Real-Time Network Demand to Optimize Token Usage

Hello everyone,

Since OpenAI uses dynamic token consumption based on current network demand (burning tokens faster during high demand and slower during low demand), I would like to propose a new UI feature.

It would be highly beneficial to have a small visual indicator on the interface showing the current real-time demand level (e.g., Low, Medium, High).

Why this helps users:

  • Users could decide to slow down their workflow or postpone heavy tasks when demand and costs are high.
  • Users could maximize their productivity when demand is low to save tokens.

Why this helps OpenAI:

  • It would naturally incentivize users to balance their own consumption.
  • It would help flatten the peak traffic curves on the servers.

What do you think about this?

Thanks for the suggestion! We’ll pass the request for a clearer demand and usage indicator to the product team. We don’t have a timeline to share. Current usage guidance is here: https://help.openai.com/en/articles/11369540