Claude can now work in apps you've allowed it to access while you keep working on other tasks. According to Anthropic, the background function is already enabled if you've used computer use before—otherwise, you can turn it on in Settings > General.
The essentials
- Computer Use now runs in the background in the Claude Code desktop app
- Feature is in beta for Pro and Max subscribers
- Available on macOS only
- Automatically enabled if you've previously used computer use
What this means
Background execution reduces blocking time for longer tasks—Claude can write code, organize files, or conduct research while you work in other applications. This is particularly relevant for workflows where AI agents handle repetitive or time-consuming work.
For German developers and enterprises using Claude Code, this could boost productivity in automated tasks—provided the stability and reliability of background processes hold up during the beta phase.
Sources
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