How can I use image inputs with the GPT-4 API?

Below is a concise explanation based on OpenAI’s documented guidance:

• Multimodal Nature of GPT-4:
  GPT-4 is described as a multimodal model, meaning it can process both text and image inputs. However, this multimodal capability is available through specialized variants and endpoints.

• Current API Documentation:
  The standard GPT-4 API documentation primarily covers text-based interactions. While there are models designed to understand images (e.g., certain GPT-4 variants), the commonly referenced GPT-4 API endpoint does not include a documented method for supplying images directly.

• For Image Generation and Comprehension:

  • Image Generation: Use models like dall-e-3.
  • Image Understanding: Certain specialized variants (such as those sometimes referred to by names like gpt-4o or gpt-4o-mini) support image inputs.
    However, these functionalities are not part of the standard GPT-4 API flow currently available in the public documentation.

For the most up-to-date capabilities and endpoints, it’s a good idea to regularly check the official OpenAI API documentation, as support and features for multimodal inputs may evolve over time.