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Claude Code gains computer use capabilities for Pro/Max users

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feature announcement

Anthropic is previewing a new "computer use" capability for Claude Code on Pro and Max plans, allowing it to interact with a user's computer to perform tasks. This feature enhances Claude's ability to act on user requests, especially within the Cowork environment and with Dispatch, by enabling it to run dev tools and navigate the UI. This functionality is available as a preview, requiring a Pro or Max subscription to access.

  • →Claude Code can now access and use the user's computer
  • →Computer use capability improves Dispatch and Cowork
  • →Preview availability for computer use feature
Features (1) ›
  • Claude Code can now access and use the user's computer

    Users with Pro and Max plans can enable Claude to open files, run development tools, and navigate their computer interface. This allows Claude to perform tasks directly on the user's machine without requiring any setup.

Enhancements (1) ›
  • Computer use capability improves Dispatch and Cowork

    Claude's new computer interaction abilities make Dispatch more effective by enabling it to operate on the user's computer even when they are not actively present. This extends to the Cowork environment, offering greater assistance.

Notes (1) ›
  • Preview availability for computer use feature

    The computer use feature is currently available as a preview. Further details can be found in the documentation on using Claude in Cowork or through a dedicated blog post.

Read the original announcement →

https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12138966-release-notes

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