Claude Cowork and Chat Are Now One Conversation

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⚡ TL;DR You no longer pick a mode: describe an outcome and Claude chooses between a quick answer and multi-step work with files. Rolling out from Pro and Max; once on, you can't switch back.

No more deciding which mode to open. Claude Cowork and chat now live in one conversation.

What changed. 🔀

🔀 Claude Cowork and Chat, Merged

The two experiences become one conversation, and Claude picks the right tool for each request.

⚙️ How It Works

Describe an outcome: Claude handles quick answers and multi-step research, spreadsheets and decks, returned as editable files. Local files, browser and computer use need Claude Desktop open.

📅 Rollout

Starting with Pro and Max on web, desktop and mobile. Team (beta) and Enterprise get it where Chat and Cowork unified is on. Once active, you can't switch back.

💡 Pro tip Agentic tasks use more of your limits; ask for a quick answer when that's all you need.

⚠️ What's Missing

Adding from GitHub, branching conversations and Dispatch for new users aren't available yet. Incognito chats keep the older experience, without files or code.

One conversation makes Claude simpler for everyone. Want your team trained on the new Claude? Lord Of The Wix can run a session. ✨

❓ Claude Cowork and chat FAQ

Are Claude Cowork and chat separate now?

No. They're merged into one conversation.

Do I need to choose a mode?

No. Claude picks the right tool.

Can I switch back?

No, once your account has it.

Which features are missing?

Adding from GitHub, branching and Dispatch for new users.

Does it use more of my limits?

Agentic tasks use more usage.

🙏 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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