Browser Capability
How WorkClaw agents browse the web to research topics, gather information, and summarize online content — plus current limitations.
What can my Claw do with a browser?
The browser capability lets your Claw access and read public web pages. This enables research tasks — finding information, reading articles, comparing products, checking facts, and summarizing online content — all from within a Chat conversation or scheduled task.
How does web research work?
When you ask your Claw to research a topic, it can:
- Search the web to find relevant pages and sources.
- Read page content to extract the information you need.
- Summarize findings into a clear, concise response.
- Save results to your shared drive or memory for future reference.
For example, you might say: "Research the top five project management tools for small teams and compare their pricing." Your Claw will browse multiple sites, gather the data, and present a structured comparison.
What are the current limitations?
The browser capability is powerful but has boundaries you should know about:
- No authentication — Your Claw can only access publicly available pages. It cannot log into sites, access paywalled content, or interact with authenticated web applications.
- No form submission — The agent reads pages but does not fill out forms, click buttons, or navigate interactive web applications.
- No real-time interaction — The browser reads a snapshot of the page. It does not execute JavaScript-heavy content or interact with dynamic elements.
- Content accuracy — Web content changes frequently. Your Claw reports what it finds at the time of browsing, which may differ from what you see later.
When should I use browser versus a connection?
If you need your Claw to interact with a specific service — like Gmail, Slack, or your calendar — set up a connection instead. Connections provide authenticated, structured access that is more reliable and capable than browsing.
Use the browser for:
- General research and fact-finding
- Reading public documentation or articles
- Comparing products, services, or options
- Gathering information that does not require login
For deeper integration with a service, install the corresponding skill and configure a connection.