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How to know when you should start a new chat with ChatGPT as AI's memory is stronger than ever

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Published 15:15 6 Jun 2025 GMT+1

How to know when you should start a new chat with ChatGPT as AI's memory is stronger than ever

A sign of AI's increasing strength

Ben Williams

Ben Williams

As ChatGPT continues to evolve, so does the way we interact with it. With new features like advanced memory and the introduction of projects, knowing when to start a new chat versus continuing an existing one can make all the difference in how helpful the AI actually is.

While the ‘new chat’ button has always been a familiar sight, it’s no longer just a tool for tidying up your sidebar. It’s a strategic choice.

TechRadar explains: “Starting a new chat often leads to clearer, context-free responses, while continuing a chat saves time and builds on your previous work”. That choice now plays a more critical role than ever before.

The real game-changer here is memory, but not the kind that simply remembers what you said five minutes ago. This is long-term memory, and for paying users, it’s now smarter and more personal. ChatGPT can recall details you've explicitly allowed it to remember, such as your name, writing style, or even ongoing projects.

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Think of it like this, in the way that TechRadar also puts it: “Memory might recall that you prefer clear, emoji-filled Instagram posts, [while] chat context remembers the actual caption you wrote five minutes ago.” The distinction is subtle, but powerful.

The ChatGPT app (Getty Images)
The ChatGPT app (Getty Images)

Context within a single conversation is always active and can’t be disabled — that’s the short-term memory. But memory across chats, now customisable and evolving, means the AI can maintain consistency across multiple interactions. And while this is incredibly useful, it does come with a caveat.

Simon Willison, the creator of Datasette, recently highlighted in a blog post that while ChatGPT regularly crafts responses from scratch, it will occasionally make use of surprising details from past conversations, having the potential to become confusing.

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With that, the new rule of thumb is quite simple.

If you’re still working on the same idea or project, staying in the same chat thread is your best bet. Whether you’re drafting an article, refining a script, or exploring a concept, ChatGPT will have full access to everything you’ve said earlier — including your tone, instructions, and feedback. This helps avoid repetition and ensures consistent responses.

On the other hand, if you’re switching topics — say, from writing a business plan to planning a summer holiday — that’s your cue to hit ‘new chat’. It’ll prevent any bleed-over from your last task, like lingering assumptions or tone mismatches.

New chats are also a solid option when things start feeling off. If the AI isn’t quite getting what you mean or seems stuck in a loop, starting again can reset the experience. “Sometimes, a chat just gets messy and feels stale and unhelpful.”

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The ChatGPT logo (Getty Images)
The ChatGPT logo (Getty Images)

For those using ChatGPT’s latest ‘projects’ feature (available to paid users), managing complex, long-term tasks just got easier. Projects blend memory, context, and file management to help streamline bigger jobs — think course creation or brand strategies — without constantly re-uploading documents or repeating yourself.

Ultimately, there’s no one-size-fits-all rule. But by understanding how memory and context work, you can make smarter choices when engaging with ChatGPT. Stick with a thread for continuity, start fresh for clarity, and embrace projects for the heavy lifting.

Because as AI’s memory gets stronger, how you chat makes a difference.

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