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Anthropic brings Claude Cowork to its Chrome extension, adding skills and plugins to the browser
Anthropic has updated its Chrome extension to incorporate Claude Cowork, enabling users to run full sessions within the browser's side panel. This integration allows the use of skills, plugins, and connectors without any additional setup. Users can leverage Claude to generate Excel files, PowerPoint slides, and detailed reports based on gathered data, enhancing productivity significantly. However, Anthropic has cautioned users about security risks, emphasizing the importance of avoiding sensitive data interactions within the extension.
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Published 13 Aug 2026, 12:10 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Claude Cowork runs directly in the Chrome extension's side panel.
- Users can now use skills and plugins without extra setup.
- Integration supports generating reports, Excel files, and slides.
- Available for all paid plans via the Chrome Web Store.
- Anthropic warns against using with sensitive data due to security risks.
Interesting facts
- The extension can organize Google Drive files and log Salesforce calls.
- Sessions are tied to user accounts rather than devices.
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