Claude Cowork Features
A comprehensive look at everything Claude Cowork can do for you
Core Features
The fundamental capabilities that make Claude Cowork powerful
Autonomous Task Execution
Unlike chatbots that wait for prompts, Claude Cowork runs complete workflows independently. Describe your goal, and it plans and executes each step automatically.
- Multi-step workflow planning
- Automatic error recovery
- Progress tracking and logging
- Hands-off operation
Direct Local File Access
Work directly with files on your computer without manual uploads or downloads. Read, write, rename, move, and organize files seamlessly.
- Read any file format
- Create and edit documents
- Batch file operations
- Folder organization
Professional Document Creation
Generate polished, professional outputs that are ready to use. From spreadsheets with working formulas to formatted presentations.
- Excel with formulas
- PowerPoint presentations
- Word documents
- PDF generation
Sub-Agent Coordination
Complex tasks are automatically broken into smaller pieces and handled by specialized sub-agents working in parallel.
- Parallel task execution
- Specialized sub-agents
- Intelligent task distribution
- Faster completion times
Secure Sandbox Environment
All operations run in an isolated Apple VZVirtualMachine, ensuring your system stays safe while Claude works.
- Isolated virtual machine
- Controlled file permissions
- No system-level access
- Transparent action logging
App Integrations
Connect with popular services and platforms to extend Claude Cowork's capabilities across your workflow.
- Google Drive
- Gmail
- GitHub
- More coming soon
How Claude Cowork Works
The three-part architecture behind the magic
Brain
Claude Opus 4.5 with 200K context
- •Plans multi-step workflows
- •Reasons through problems
- •Makes intelligent decisions
- •Adapts to errors
Eyes
Computer Use API
- •Takes screenshots
- •Recognizes UI elements
- •Understands visual context
- •Monitors progress
Hands
Execution capabilities
- •Controls mouse/keyboard
- •Manages files
- •Interacts with apps
- •Creates documents
Advanced Capabilities
Power features for advanced users
Computer Use API
Claude can see your screen through screenshots, recognize UI elements, and understand visual context for precise interactions.
200K Token Context
Powered by Claude Opus 4.5 with massive context window, enabling complex reasoning across large documents and multi-step tasks.
Knowledge Bases (Coming)
Topic-specific memories that Claude automatically manages, helping it remember context across sessions.
Action Logging
Complete transparency with detailed logs of every action taken, so you can review and verify the work.
Customizable Permissions
Grant access to specific folders and control what Claude can and cannot access on your system.
Workflow Templates
Pre-built workflow patterns for common tasks that you can customize and reuse.
Supported File Types
Claude Cowork works with a wide variety of file formats
Documents
Spreadsheets
Presentations
Images
Code
Data
Archives
Others
Integrations
Connect with your favorite tools and services
Gmail
Draft, send, and organize emails automatically
Google Drive
Access and manage files in your cloud storage
GitHub
Work with repositories and code files
More integrations coming soon. Check back for updates.
Ready to Use These Features?
Follow our step-by-step tutorial to start using Claude Cowork today.