Analyzing ChatGPT user queries reveals how interests evolve across various topics.
Each month, people ask about a wide range of topics, from media and writing help to tech support.
Today’s visualization shows the most-discussed topic categories on ChatGPT.
The data comes from OpenAI’s report on how people use ChatGPT, compiled between May 2024 and July 2025, based on about 130,000 users.
TL;DR
- Most queries concern getting help, information, and writing tips, indicating that it has become a key tool for productivity and learning.
Share of ChatGPT User Queries by Topic
| wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Topic | Share of conversations (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Practical guidance | 28.8 |
| 2 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Seeking information | 24.4 |
| 3 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Writing | 23.9 |
| 4 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Multimedia | 7.3 |
| 5 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Self-expression | 5.3 |
| 6 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Technical help | 5.1 |
| 7 | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Monica Ebunoluwa | 12/06/2026 09:44 AM | Others | 5.2 |
As you can see, most interactions fall under practical guidance (28.8%), which leads the list, as users seek actionable advice for personal and professional tasks.
Seeking information at 24.4% and writing at 23.9% follow, bringing the percentage total of top performing topics to over 77%.
This suggests that people prefer conversational AI for queries over traditional web searches.
Multimedia, including finding and analyzing media, is next at 7.3%, while Self-expression adds 5.3%.
The Leading Trio: Guidance, Information, and Writing
The top three reasons people use ChatGPT are to seek practical advice, gather information, and receive writing assistance.
This shows that most users turn to it for clear answers, context, and creative support.
A conversation can easily begin with a question, transition to writing, and conclude with helpful tips.
Meanwhile, instead of just creating images or writing, people are using ChatGPT to add personal touches to their ideas. It’s impressive how storytelling can inspire art, and writing can influence visuals.
ELI5
The queries people submit on the ChatGPT platform vary from month to month. However, according to the company’s report, users most often request practical guidance.
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