FAQ for GPT for Excel
How do I install the GPT for Excel add-in?
Install from Microsoft AppSource:
Go to the installation page.
Click Open in Excel.
Follow the steps until the end.
Which versions of Excel are supported by this add-in?
The following table lists the minimum versions of Microsoft Excel supported by the GPT for Excel add-in on different Office platforms.
| Office for Windows | Office for Mac | Office for the web |
|---|---|---|
Microsoft 365 subscription: Excel: Version 2002 (Build 12527.20092) Retail perpetual: Excel: Version 2002 (Build 12527.20092) Volume-licensed perpetual: Excel 2021: Version 2108 (Build 12527.20092) | Excel: Version 16.35 (Build 20030802) | Excel: Supported |
Which version of Excel am I using?
To check your desktop Excel version, see What version of Office am I using? at Microsoft Support.
If you're using Excel Online, your version is always the latest.
Which browsers are compatible with GPT for Excel?
GPT for Excel is compatible with the following browsers:
Google Chrome (recommended for the best experience)
Microsoft Edge (only for Windows users, recommended for the best experience)
Mozilla Firefox
Safari (only for Mac users)
What permissions are required by the GPT for Excel add-in?
| The add-in requires to | Reason |
|---|---|
| View your basic profile | Allows the add-in to see your basic profile (name, image, user name). |
| Maintain access to data you have given it access to | Allows the add-in to access the data (your info and documents), even when you are not currently using it. This does not give the app any additional permissions. |
What is the pricing of GPT for Excel?
The pricing is consumption-based, proportional to your inputs and outputs. Learn more.
How can I add users?
You can add users from the dashboard.
How is my data processed? Is it used to train models?
We do not read or store any data from your document that you do not use as an input.
If you use a model with your own API key, we do not log or store any of the inputs submitted or outputs received.
Whether you use a model with or without your own API key, Talarian does not use your inputs and outputs to train language models.
For more information, see the Security and privacy FAQ.
Do I need an API key?
No. This add-in offers models that do not require an API key. See the supported models.
Is gpt-4o supported?
Yes, gpt-4o and gpt-4o-mini are supported with and without your own API key.
Is GPT for Excel connected to the web?
Yes, when using the sonar model, all bulk tools and functions in GPT for Excel can access up-to-date information sourced from recent web search data. The only exceptions are the Prompt images (Vision) bulk tool and the GPT_VISION function, which always use gpt-4o.
Is web browsing available with gpt-4 and gpt-4o?
No, but you can use the Perplexity Sonar model and the GPT_WEB function to get up-to-date information sourced from recent web search data. Other models and functions in GPT for Excel are not connected to the web.
Where can I find the list of available GPT functions?
The list along with full documentation and video tutorials is available here. You can also download our Microsoft Excel example template to try out examples.
Do formulas reload each time the file is opened?
If you have enabled GPT for Excel cache in your workbook, GPT formulas do not reload. Instead, the results are retrieved from the cache, preventing any extra cost or loss of results.
When the cache is not enabled, GPT formulas follow Excel calculation rules and typically reload each time you move, insert, or delete rows or columns in your workbook. This causes extra costs and can lead to loss of results.
Can GPT for Excel process images?
Yes, GPT for Excel can process images using the GPT_VISION function and the Prompt images (Vision) bulk tool.
Can I use my OpenAI Assistants and custom GPTs?
Yes. You can use OpenAI Assistants and custom GPTs in GPT for Excel:
Set your OpenAI API key and your Assistants will become available in the model switcher.
You can replicate your custom GPTs as Assistants to make them available in the model switcher.
Can I transfer my balance between GPT for Sheets and GPT for Excel or Word?
Packs are not directly transferable between platforms, but you can request a balance transfer between GPT for Sheets and GPT for Excel or Word. Here's what you need to know:
Packs purchased for Microsoft Excel can be used on Microsoft Word and vice versa.
Packs purchased for Google Sheets are separate and can only be used on Google Sheets.
If you need to transfer your balance between Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel or Word, contact our support team.
Is there a limit to the number of requests I can send?
AI providers enforce rate limits in order to ensure a smooth and fair access to everyone. Learn more.
How do I uninstall the GPT for Excel add-in?
The uninstallation process is described here.
Which models can I use?
Check our list of supported models.
Can I use local models with GPT for Excel?
Yes. GPT for Excel supports integration with Ollama, allowing you to use locally running open-source models. Learn more.
Which languages can I use?
Models work in many languages, but deliver the best results in English. All we can say is, try it. It is usually better to prompt in the language you want the response to be in. In any case, avoid mixing languages in a prompt.
How do I get support?
We recommend checking our troubleshooting and FAQ pages.
If that doesn't help, submit a support request and we'll get back to you.
Our support hours are from Monday to Friday:
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