Instant Claude Computer Use Demo

Introduction

This lab provides a streamlined experience to explore Claude 3.5 Sonnet's computer interaction capabilities using the pre-installed Anthropic Computer Use Demo in LabEx. Through this hands-on tutorial, you'll experience how Claude's Computer Use features work in real-world scenarios.

Important Notice

Due to high traffic in this beta environment, you may experience unstable performance - for any issues, please contact [email protected].

Usage Guidelines

This environment is only for explore Claude Computer Use Demo. Please do not use this environment for any other purposes, any unauthorized activities are strictly prohibited.

Getting Started

Click Continue or the left sidebar icon to launch the VM.

Skills Graph

Setting Up Your API Key and Understanding the Interface

Wait for the environment to start. This process may take a few seconds. Once ready, you'll automatically see the Computer Use Demo interface in your browser

Before diving into the demo, you'll need to set up your Anthropic API key:

Replace Anthropic API Key with your actual Anthropic API key. Press Enter to apply the key.

If you don't have an Anthropic API key, you can request one by following the instructions in the Anthropic API Key Guide.

Security Note: Your API key's security is our top priority:

• The LabEx VM is a private environment accessible only by you.
• The entire environment, including your API key, will be automatically destroyed when the timer expires. All data is wiped clean between sessions.

Once your API key is set up, you'll see the demo interface with two main components:

1. Chat Panel: Located on the left side, this is where you'll interact with Claude through text
2. Desktop View: Located on the right side, this shows the virtual desktop where Claude performs the requested actions

The interface provides a real-time view of Claude's interactions with the computer system, allowing you to observe as commands are executed and applications are managed.

Exploring Computer Interaction

Let's test Claude's computer interaction capabilities with several practical examples that showcase different aspects of the system:

1. System Monitoring Example

   Try this command in the chat interface:

   Open a terminal, install htop and open it.

   

   Watch as Claude:

   • Opens a terminal window
   • Uses apt-get to install htop
   • Launches htop in the terminal

   You'll see htop's system monitor interface appear in the desktop view, displaying real-time system statistics.

2. File Management Example

   Try this command:

   Create a new folder called 'my_projects', create a text file inside it with today's date as content, and show me the result.

   Watch as Claude:

   • Creates a new directory
   • Generates a text file with the current date
   • Uses ls and cat commands to display the results

3. Text Editor Example

   Try this command:

   Open a text editor, create a simple Python script that prints 'Hello, World!', save it, and run it.

   Watch as Claude:

   • Opens a text editor
   • Writes the Python code
   • Saves the file and executes it in the terminal

4. System Information Demo

   Try this command:

   Show me detailed information about this system's CPU, memory, and disk space using GUI tools.

   Watch as Claude:

   • Opens system information tools
   • Navigates to relevant sections
   • Displays the requested information

Tip: Start with simpler commands and gradually move to more complex operations as you become familiar with Claude's capabilities.

Summary

In this streamlined lab experience, you've learned how to:

1. Access the pre-configured Computer Use Demo with a single click
2. Navigate the combined chat and desktop interface
3. Issue commands and observe Claude's computer interactions
4. Execute practical computing tasks through AI assistance

This demonstration showcases how Claude can understand and execute computer commands, install software, and interact with applications, all while maintaining appropriate safety measures.