AI BriefingClaude Releases Beta for Background PC Control
·2026.09.03 04:29
Key point
Claude has released a beta feature that allows it to launch and control apps in the background on macOS desktops while users are working.
Details
Anthropic has released a beta feature in Claude Cowork and Claude Code that allows desktop computers to be controlled in the background. Through this feature, Claude continues tasks by performing actions such as mouse clicks, typing, and launching apps while the user works in other windows.
Key Features and Limitations
- How it works: It continues to operate in the background as long as the Claude Desktop app is open and the computer is on.
- Security and Control: It requests user approval upon first use of each app, and sensitive apps can be blocked in advance.
- Availability: Currently offered in beta for the macOS version of the Claude Desktop app to Pro and Max plan users.
- How to enable: It can be enabled via the path Settings → General → Computer use, and existing users may already have it enabled.
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