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Claude Chatbot Expands Functionality with Workplace Apps Integration

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Anthropic has announced a new feature for its Claude chatbot, enabling users to access interactive apps directly within the chatbot interface. This development, revealed on Monday, is aimed primarily at enterprise environments and includes integrations with workplace tools like Slack, Canva, Figma, Box, and Clay, with future implementations for Salesforce expected.

  • The new feature allows logged-in instances of these services to interact with Claude to perform tasks such as sending Slack messages, generating charts, or accessing cloud files.
  • According to Anthropic in a blog post, having a visual interface combined with Claude's intelligence can enhance productivity and iteration speed.
  • The feature is exclusively available to Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise subscribers, with activation possible through claude.ai/directory.
  • This system resembles OpenAI's Apps system, both utilizing a Model Context Protocol developed by Anthropic, with support that began in November 2025.
  • The integration is particularly effective when combined with Claude Cowork, an agent tool for multi-stage tasks, although app availability in Cowork is pending.
  • Anthropic advises users to exercise caution, especially regarding access to sensitive data, as agentic systems can present risks, recommending specific folder permissions for security.