codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Allow copying of Codex-generated questions and contextual tooltips [1 participants]

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What variant of Codex are you using?

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What feature would you like to see?

I would like the ability to highlight and copy the text of questions generated by Codex, as well as the text contained within the contextual "info" icons (the question marks in circles) that appear next to multiple-choice options.

Currently, these elements are often static or non-selectable. Enabling text selection or providing a "Copy to Clipboard" button for these elements would allow users to easily port the context and specific questions into other LLMs for comparison, verification, or deeper analysis.

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When Codex provides a list of choices, the "Why this is useful" context hidden behind the info icon is incredibly valuable. Being able to copy that text directly would significantly improve the workflow for users who use Codex alongside other development tools or research assistants. It ensures we aren't losing the "reasoning" provided by the app when moving between windows.

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Enabling text selection or adding a "Copy to Clipboard" button for generated questions and contextual info icons could improve user workflow.

Guidance

  • Consider modifying the CSS to make the text elements selectable, or add a JavaScript event listener to handle copy functionality.
  • Evaluate the feasibility of adding a "Copy to Clipboard" button next to each info icon and question text.
  • Assess the potential impact on user experience and accessibility when implementing the proposed changes.
  • Investigate existing libraries or frameworks that provide similar functionality to streamline the development process.

Notes

The proposed solution assumes that the Codex application is built using web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The feasibility of the solution may vary depending on the actual technology stack used.

Recommendation

Apply workaround by adding a "Copy to Clipboard" button, as it provides a more explicit and user-friendly solution compared to relying on text selection.

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