My Computer by Manus AI - Automate files, apps, and workflows with Manus Desktop
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Meet My Computer, the core feature of the Manus Desktop app. It brings Manus out of the cloud and onto your computer, letting your AI agent work directly with local files, tools, and apps. Organize thousands of photos, rename hundreds of invoices, or build Swift desktop apps without writing code. Combine with connectors, Projects, Agents, and Scheduled Tasks to automate workflows. Available now for macOS and Windows.
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This is a really compelling step for desktop automation. Most AI tools today operate in a cloud sandbox, which limits what they can do with local files and apps. Having Manus run directly on your machine feels like a fundamentally different approach compared to cloud-based automation platforms like Zapier or Make. The ability to organize local files, trigger CLI commands, and even build apps without code is impressive. I'm curious about the security model here — since it has deep access to your local system, how do you handle permission scoping and ensure sensitive files or credentials aren't accidentally exposed during automated workflows?
Excited to use this and test the concurrent tasks within the Manus browser itself. I've recently invested more time into Cursor IDE and also Github Desktop so I'll see how I can combine this with the Manus mobile app and 'work on the go'
Great to see Manus moving in the local workspace. A lot of productivity use-cases still remain locally (local files, tools, and apps). I'd be interested in seeing how it works compared to Claude Cowork.
Moving agents from cloud sandboxing to direct local execution feels like a major shift.
Most real workflows live across files, terminals, and apps — so bridging that gap unlocks a lot of practical use cases.
Curious how you handle safety boundaries when executing local commands.
Is there a permission system for different levels of actions, or does every command require manual approval?
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Looks cool, but I was hoping for a discount launch code…😇
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The promise here is strong, especially if it can plan and complete tasks without constant intervention, although I am still cautious because most “autonomous” systems tend to break down once the environment becomes less controlled.