IBL News | New York
Anthropic this week introduced Cowork, a tool in research preview mode, that allows non-technical users to complete tasks, much like developers use Claude Code.
In Cowork, Claude grants access to a folder on users’ computers, allowing them to read, edit, or create files.
It can also reorganize downloads by sorting and renaming each file, create a new spreadsheet with a list of expenses from a pile of screenshots, or produce a first draft of a report from your scattered notes.
Cowork is built on the very same foundations as an agent. This means Cowork can handle many of the same tasks Claude Code can, but in a more approachable format for non-coding tasks.
Cowork includes an initial set of skills that helps Claude create documents, presentations, and other files. When pairing Cowork with Claude in Chrome, this chatbot can complete tasks that require browser access as well.
In terms of security, the main thing to know is that Claude can take potentially destructive actions (such as deleting local files) if instructed to.
There is also the risk of “prompt injections”, that is, attempts by attackers to alter Claude’s plans through content it might encounter on the internet.
For now, it’s available for Claude Max subscribers on the company’s macOS app. Users on another plan can join the waitlist for future access.
Introducing Cowork: Claude Code for the rest of your work.
Cowork lets you complete non-technical tasks much like how developers use Claude Code. pic.twitter.com/EqckycvFH3
— Claude (@claudeai) January 12, 2026