ChatGPT plugins quickstart

Get a TODO list ChatGPT plugin up and running in under 5 minutes using Python. This plugin is designed to work in conjunction with the [ChatGPT plugins documentation](https://platform.openai.com/docs/plugins). Plugins have been superseded by GPTs, learn more about [creating a GPT with actions](https://platform.openai.com/docs/actions/introduction).

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Jan 14, 2026

ChatGPT plugins quickstart

Get a TODO list ChatGPT plugin up and running in under 5 minutes using Python. This plugin is designed to work in conjunction with the ChatGPT plugins documentation. Plugins have been superseded by GPTs, learn more about creating a GPT with actions.

Setup locally

To install the required packages for this plugin, run the following command:

pip install -r requirements.txt

To run the plugin, enter the following command:

python main.py

Once the local server is running:

Navigate to https://chat.openai.com.
In the Model drop down, select "Plugins" (note, if you don't see it there, you don't have access yet).
Select "Plugin store"
Select "Develop your own plugin"
Enter in
```
localhost:5003
```
since this is the URL the server is running on locally, then select "Find manifest file".

The plugin should now be installed and enabled! You can start with a question like "What is on my todo list" and then try adding something to it as well!

Getting help

If you run into issues or have questions building a plugin, please join our Developer community forum.

ChatGPT plugins quickstart

Setup locally

To install the required packages for this plugin, run the following command:

pip install -r requirements.txt

To run the plugin, enter the following command:

python main.py

Once the local server is running:

Navigate to https://chat.openai.com.
In the Model drop down, select "Plugins" (note, if you don't see it there, you don't have access yet).
Select "Plugin store"
Select "Develop your own plugin"
Enter in
```
localhost:5003
```
since this is the URL the server is running on locally, then select "Find manifest file".

The plugin should now be installed and enabled! You can start with a question like "What is on my todo list" and then try adding something to it as well!

Getting help

If you run into issues or have questions building a plugin, please join our Developer community forum.

ChatGPT plugins quickstart

ChatGPT plugins quickstart

Setup locally

Getting help

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