Anthropic’s Claude can now control your Mac to run code and apps
Mar 24th 2026 · United States
Anthropic added autonomous computer control to Claude’s Code and Cowork tools, letting the AI open files, use apps, and run dev tools on macOS with user permission; the feature is a research preview for Pro and Max subscribers and prioritizes direct service connectors.
- Anthropic updated Claude’s Code and Cowork agents to autonomously operate a user’s computer on macOS.
- The feature can open files, use web browsers and apps, and run developer tools when the Claude desktop app is running and paired with the mobile app.
- It is available as a research preview for Claude Pro and Max subscribers and is limited to macOS for now.
- Claude prefers direct connectors to services like Slack and Google Workspace but will control the browser, mouse, keyboard, and display if no connector exists.
- Claude will ask for explicit permission before acting, works well with Dispatch, and may require retries for complex tasks.
Articles
- Claude Code and Cowork can now use your computer www.engadget.com
- Anthropic’s Claude Code and Cowork can control your computer www.theverge.com
- Claude Code can now take over your computer to complete tasks arstechnica.com