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Code Interpreter (OpenAI)

The Code Interpreter (OpenAI) tool (openai_code_interpreter) is a native feature from OpenAI that allows the model to write and execute Python code in a secure sandbox environment. This is powerful for data analysis, calculations, and generating visualizations.

How It Works​

The Code Interpreter enables the AI model to write and directly execute Python code. The model can process files, perform calculations, create graphs, and analyze data - all within a safe, isolated environment.

Settings​

SettingValue
Tool keyopenai_code_interpreter
Default statusDisabled
Available forGPT-4.1 and newer
Disabled by Default

This tool is disabled by default due to its advanced nature. An administrator can enable it in the admin panel.

Capabilities​

Data Analysis​

  • Process CSV and Excel files
  • Perform statistical analyses
  • Identify trends and patterns

Visualizations​

  • Create graphs and charts
  • Generate interactive plots
  • Visualize data

Calculations​

  • Complex mathematical calculations
  • Scientific formulas
  • Financial models

File Processing​

  • Read and summarize PDFs
  • Edit images
  • Transform data

Usage Examples​

  • "Analyze this CSV with sales figures and create a graph"
  • "Calculate the standard deviation of this dataset"
  • "Convert this Excel data to a bar chart"
  • "Solve this system of equations and show the steps"

Security​

The Code Interpreter runs in a sandbox environment:

  • ✅ No internet access from the sandbox
  • ✅ No access to external systems
  • ✅ Limited execution time
  • ✅ Limited resources

Limitations​

  • Only available with OpenAI models
  • Maximum file size for uploads
  • Limited library support (no arbitrary pip installs)
  • Sessions are temporary - files are not saved