Control AI response styles with the Personality feature in ChatGPT GPT-5.1
Press play on the video. It'll jump straight to the section that answers the
title above — no need to watch the full video.
How to use the 'Personality' (Response Style) feature to set specific traits such as conciseness, emoji usage, and tone of voice to ensure AI responses align with your personal preferences.
The True Function of Personality Features
While labeled as 'Personality', it is technically a control for 'Style and Tone'. It is designed to mitigate issues with responses feeling too 'cold' or 'clipped' (abruptly short), which many users experienced previously.
The Link Between EQ and Context
The improved EQ (Emotional Intelligence) in this model isn't just about language style; it depends on the AI's ability to retrieve relevant information from your 'Context Window' and conversation 'History'.
Latency vs. Quality Tips
The more complex the personality or communication style you set, the more it may slightly impact 'latency' (response speed). If you need immediate answers, set the style to 'Concise'.