What are the three patterns of work that Claude Cowork is built for?	Multi-step, file-based, and multi-tool tasks.
What defines a "multi-step" task that is suitable for Cowork?	A task that requires several sequential steps, which Claude can handle in one single delegation.
How does a "file-based" task using Cowork differ from a standard chat prompt?	Cowork works on existing, real files (like Word docs or spreadsheets) and outputs artifacts saved in the required format.
What is the key advantage of a "multi-tool" task using Cowork?	Cowork plans and runs the entire sequence across multiple connected systems (e.g., Slack, Gmail) as one delegation.
What command is used to set up a recurring or scheduled task in Cowork?	`/schedule`
What condition must be met for a scheduled task to run successfully?	The computer must be on and Claude must be running.
What feature allows a user to send a Cowork task from their phone?	Dispatch
What is the primary function of Dispatch?	To start a Cowork task from the mobile app, allowing the work to run on the desktop.
What is the overall benefit of recognizing a task that fits the three patterns?	It allows the user to hand off the entire complex process—juggling steps, files, and tools—as a single task.
If a task requires synthesizing information from multiple operational systems (like a CRM, calendar, and email), which pattern does it fit?	Multi-tool.