Integrated directly into the Claude Desktop app, Cowork allows users to designate specific folders where the AI can independently read, organize, and modify files|@AnthropicAI|X
AI startup Anthropic unveiled its Cowork feature yesterday, a new productivity tool in the Claude chatbot designed to bridge the gap for non-coders by automating tedious daily tasks.
Integrated directly into the Claude Desktop app, Cowork allows users to designate specific folders where the AI can read, organize, and modify files independently.
The launch highlights the rise of vibe coding, where humans provide prompts while AI handles coding and completes tasks or develops products.
By moving away from traditional coding, Anthropic is targeting everyday productivity tasks, which would open it to more non-technical workers.
However, autonomy comes with risks. Anthropic warned that potential issues such as prompt injection or accidental file deletion may occur, urging users to provide clear, unambiguous instructions.
Currently, Cowork is exclusive to Claude Max subscribers on macOS. The new tool comes as AI companies, including OpenAI and Alphabet, look to create automation features for non-coders.