Anthropic has introduced a new Claude feature that lets the AI control Mac computers by moving the mouse, typing and navigating apps. Available in research preview for Pro and Max users, it works via Cowork and Code modes. Users can assign tasks in natural language, while Claude requests permission before executing actions.

Anthropic has launched a major new capability for its Claude AI, allowing it to directly control a Mac computer. The new capability allows Claude to move the mouse, use the keyboard, navigate apps, and complete tasks autonomously. The feature, currently in research preview, marks a significant leap from AI as a chat assistant to AI as an actual hands-on digital worker.

What is Claude Computer use?

Claude can now point, click, and navigate like a human would, doing everything from opening and editing files to handling complex software tasks. The feature is available through two of Anthropic's desktop tools -Claude Cowork and Claude Code - and represents Anthropic's own entry into a space previously occupied by third-party tools built on top of Claude.

When Claude lacks a direct integration with a service, it falls back to controlling your screen like a human would, opening files, operating browsers, and running development tools automatically.