Tutorial - Install and Use ChatGPT Plugins or Connectors at ECU [DRAFT]

What it is

The source article focuses on an Outlook Email plugin that can connect ChatGPT to an authorized Outlook mailbox for summaries and draft replies. For ECU, this should remain a conditional draft until ECU confirms which plugins or connectors are enabled and whether Outlook-related use should be handled through ChatGPT Edu or Microsoft Copilot.

Responsible use reminder! Use ChatGPT Edu only in accordance with ECU guidance, instructor expectations, and applicable data-protection requirements. Do not enter restricted, confidential, regulated, or sensitive ECU information unless the use case has been approved.

Learning objectives

  • Understand what this feature does.
  • Know when the feature is appropriate to use.
  • Complete the basic setup or usage flow.
  • Review results before relying on ChatGPT output.

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1

Confirm the plugin or connector is approved for ECU use.

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Step 2

Sign in to the ECU ChatGPT Edu workspace.

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Step 3

Open the plugins, apps, or connector directory if available.

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Step 4

Search for the approved plugin or connector.

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Step 5

Install or connect the plugin if permitted.

Step 6

Review requested permissions before authorizing.

Step 7

Use a low-sensitivity practice item to test.

Step 8

Review every summary, draft, recipient, attachment, and fact before using output.

Sample prompt

Find the latest email thread about [topic]. Summarize it in three sentences and draft a short reply asking one clear follow-up question. Keep the draft under 150 words.

Expected result

ChatGPT uses the approved connector to retrieve relevant content and draft a response. The user verifies accuracy before using it.

Troubleshooting

  • If Install or Connect is unavailable, the plugin may not be enabled by ECU.
  • Do not connect unauthorized accounts or services.
  • Do not use connector output without human review.

ECU validation checklist

☐ Whether plugins/connectors are enabled

☐ Whether Outlook connector is approved

☐ Relationship to Microsoft Copilot guidance

☐ ECU support and data handling approval

Related ECU resources

  • AI at ECU
  • ChatGPT Edu at ECU [coming soon]
  • Responsible AI / data guidance: [coming soon]
  • Submit an ECU support request: [coming soon]
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