claudeenmodel: claude-haiku-4-5
Codex Settings Guide: Configure Your AI Assistant
Key Points
- Prevent sleep mode keeps Codex running during long tasks
- Customize detail level and communication tone for your workflow
- Draggable avatar tracks background work while you focus elsewhere
Summary
Codex settings enable you to customize how the AI assistant operates, reducing interruptions and tailoring the experience to your workflow. Access settings from the bottom-left menu to configure key options before your first tasks.
Key Points
- Prevent Sleep: Enable under General to keep your computer awake during longer Codex tasks, preventing interruptions
- Detail Level: Choose between Coding mode (shows specific commands) or Default (cleaner conversation view)
- Personalization: Set communication tone (friendly or direct) and add custom instructions similar to ChatGPT
- Avatar: Designate a custom avatar under Appearance to track background task progress while working in other windows
- Getting Started: Start with these core settings, keep permissions conservative, and adjust as you learn your workflow needs
Best Practices
You don't need to master all settings before using Codex. Begin with the essentials listed above and refine your configuration based on actual usage patterns.