Claude Console Playground: Test Models and Prompts in Your Browser

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⚡ TL;DR The playground replaces Workbench for trying models and API features. Enter a message, adjust model and parameters, add tools, and export the request as code. Prompts aren't stored on servers.

Before writing code, test prompts. The Claude Console playground is made for that.

Developer guide. 🧪

🧪 What the Claude Console Playground Is

A browser-based space in the Console for trying models and API features. It replaces Workbench and doesn't save history or run evals.

▶️ How to Use It

Open the playground, pick a workspace, enter a user message, optionally a system prompt, and click Run. Review the response and token usage, then edit and rerun.

🎛️ Settings

Options:

🤖 Switch models
🌡️ Adjust temperature and max output tokens
🔧 Add tool definitions or structured outputs
🔍 Inspect raw request and response

💾 Saving and Code

Prompts aren't stored on Anthropic's servers; drafts stay in your browser. The code toggle exports the request as a snippet. Workbench saved prompts and evals aren't available.

💡 Pro tip Export the code once a prompt works and save it in version control.

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❓ Claude Console playground FAQ

What is the Console playground?

A browser space to test Claude models and API features.

Does it replace Workbench?

Yes.

Are prompts saved on servers?

No. Drafts stay in your browser.

Can I export code?

Yes, with the code toggle.

Can I test tools?

Yes, by adding tool definitions.

🙏 Credit: This article is based on public information from the Claude Help Center. Claude is a product of Anthropic. Source: support.claude.com.

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