In a significant update, Anthropic has launched Claude Cowork, the latest feature, which is particularly designed to diversify Claude’s AI-powered capabilities beyond chat and programming into general knowledge and office work.
Notably, it’s similar to Claude Code; however, it targets a wider audience by removing technical barriers and providing a more accessible desktop experience.
The recently introduced Claude Cowork lets users grant Claude access to certain folders on their computer. Using plain-language commands, the AI can read, edit, and generate files, and it is also capable to independently perform larger tasks such as compiling reports from notes, organizing files and desktops, and more.
Unlike standard chat interactions, Cowork is an assistant that operates agentically. Once it receives a command, Claude generates its own plan and implements it accordingly, while users can intervene with instructions.
With this significant update, Anthropic aims to offer a streamlined workflow, while cementing Claude Cowork’s position as the best productivity tool for knowledge workers across fields, including marketing and administration.
Cowork consolidates features previously scattered across Claude Code and Model Context Protocol integrations into a single streamlined interface.
Moreover, it supports parallel task execution, task modification during runtime, and expansion via connectors for external data sources and skills for creating business documents and presentations.
Claude Cowork's Availability
Anthropic’s Claude Cowork is currently accessible only as a beta research preview for Claude Max subscribers via the macOS app.
However, details regarding its wider availability or Windows support remains undisclosed.
