Explained: Anthropic's new Claude tool that can control your computer; Here's how it works, what it can do, and more
Anthropic has launched computer use, a new Claude feature that lets the AI directly operate your computer—opening apps, navigating browsers, filling forms, and executing tasks without you hovering over it. Available as a research preview for Pro and Max subscribers on macOS, it works alongside Dispatch to let you assign tasks from your phone and return to finished work. Prompt injection risks exist, and Anthropic recommends caution with sensitive applications.
Anthropic has launched computer use, a new Claude feature that lets the AI directly operate your computer—opening apps, navigating browsers, filling forms, and executing tasks without you hovering over it. Available as a research preview for Pro and Max subscribers on macOS, it works alongside Dispatch to let you assign tasks from your phone and return to finished work. Prompt injection risks exist, and Anthropic recommends caution with sensitive applications.
