computer-use-agents
Lets your agent interact with the computer like a person. It can see the screen, move the mouse, and type to perform tasks.
What it does
This tool allows an AI to control your computer like a person. It can see your screen, move the mouse, click buttons, and type.
When to use it
- ✓When you want the AI to perform repetitive tasks on the computer.
- ✓When you need to automate actions in software or on websites.
- ✓When you want the AI to interact with your computer's graphical interface.
Example of what to ask your AI
“AI, open the browser and search for 'how to make chocolate cake'.”
Want more? Open the sections below.
How to use
The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.
Skill link
Ready-to-paste message
How it works
The AI uses technologies to 'see' your screen and understand where to click or what to type. It simulates mouse movements and keystrokes.
Installation
Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.
In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:
npx skills add sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills --skill computer-use-agentsOr download just the file:
curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/agentic-awesome-skills/main/plugins/agentic-awesome-skills-claude/skills/computer-use-agents/SKILL.md -o SKILL.mdTechnical content (original SKILL.md)
Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.
Computer Use Agents
Build AI agents that interact with computers like humans do - viewing screens, moving cursors, clicking buttons, and typing text. Covers Anthropic's Computer Use, OpenAI's Operator/CUA, and open-source alternatives. Critical focus on sandboxing, security, and handling the unique challenges of vision-based control.
Detailed Guide
Read the detailed guide before executing this skill. It retains the complete procedure and reference material. Treat its safety, prerequisites, and validation requirements as mandatory. For focused work, load the relevant sections; for end-to-end work, read the guide completely.
When to Use
- User mentions or implies: computer use
- User mentions or implies: desktop automation agent
- User mentions or implies: screen control AI
- User mentions or implies: vision-based agent
- User mentions or implies: GUI automation
- User mentions or implies: Claude computer
- User mentions or implies: OpenAI Operator
- User mentions or implies: browser agent
- User mentions or implies: visual agent
- User mentions or implies: RPA with AI
Limitations
- Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
- Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
- Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.
FAQ
Can the AI access my personal files?
This tool focuses on controlling the computer's interface, not accessing files directly without permission. Security is an important concern.
Is it safe to use this AI on my computer?
The tool focuses on security and control. It's important to follow instructions and understand the limitations for safe use.
What does 'vision agents' mean?
These are AIs that can 'see' and interpret what's on the computer screen to make decisions.
Details
Original description by the author
Build AI agents that interact with computers like humans do - viewing screens, moving cursors, clicking buttons, and typing text. Covers Anthropic's Computer Use, OpenAI's Operator/CUA, and open-source alternatives.
Popularity
- GitHub stars
- 48k
- Ranking position
- #2613
- License
- MIT
- Updated
- 10/15/2026
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