Anthropic enhances claude's desktop control features for mac users

Anthropic has introduced new desktop control capabilities for its Claude Cowork and Claude Code applications, allowing users to operate their Macs in the background. The update, released on September 3, 2026, requires macOS 15 or later, with the desktop kept awake and the Claude Desktop app running. These features enable Claude to perform screen interactions, such as clicks and navigation, while users engage in other tasks. A 'Full Control' mode allows Claude to take over the entire screen. The update applies to both Cowork, which supports document processing and research, and Code, focused on development tasks. Currently, the feature is available only to Pro and Max subscribers, with Team and Enterprise plans not yet supported. A Linux version is in testing but lacks desktop control functionality. The update expands Anthropic's capabilities in integrating AI with desktop workflows, offering enhanced productivity tools for users. While the feature is limited to specific subscription tiers, the company has not announced plans to extend it to other plans. The macOS-specific functionality highlights Anthropic's focus on refining AI-assisted productivity across different user segments.