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Explains the mental model behind Cowork, generally available since April 2026 after a January research preview.
Learn to use Claude Cowork with 8 examples, covering folder access, task prompting, and how to run your first Cowork task.
Learn how Cowork uses subagents to parallelize independent parts of a task, speeding up multi-file operations and complex projects.
Compare Claude's plain chat, Projects, and Cowork to understand their file access capabilities. Learn when to use each for optimal workflow.
Discover tasks where Claude Cowork excels, including summarizing documents, cross-referencing information, and building research indexes.
Optimize your Claude Cowork experience. Learn best practices for scoping folders, writing clear prompts, and reviewing AI output to ensure smooth, predictable results.
A single-page roundup of every highlight bullet from the 9 pages in the Claude Cowork section, grouped by source page so you can scan all 52 takeaways without opening each article individually.