Claude Platform Releases Computer Use, Skills, and Files APIs
August 20, 2026
Anthropic has made computer use, the browser tool, Skills API, and Files API generally available. These tools allow developers to automate workflows in applications lacking APIs and build managed agents using versioned skills and reusable files.
HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU
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builderYou can now build agents that interact directly with software interfaces and manage persistent files via official APIs.
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founderThis expands the addressable market for agentic workflows in legacy software environments.