Anthropic’s decision to make the Claude for Chrome extension available to all paid clients, including pro subscribers, marks a shift in how AI agents can support users inside the browser. This extension connects directly with Claude Code, unlocking access to the page DOM and enabling limited but practical monitoring of network requests. As a result, Claude can now assist with debugging, bug fixing, and general analysis on live web pages. This approach brings the assistant closer to use cases that go beyond simple summarization or chat, supporting developers and power users directly within their browsing environment.
Using the extension, Claude Code can test code directly in the browser to validate its work. Claude can also see client-side errors via console logs.
— Claude (@claudeai) December 18, 2025
Try it out by running /chrome in the latest version of Claude Code. pic.twitter.com/jcb21qr5Y5
The company is also advancing new features that further expand the extension’s capabilities. Notably, a shortcut system is in development, allowing users to create, save, and customize command templates for common actions. Alongside personal shortcuts, Anthropic is preparing a gallery, which would serve as a library of ready-made shortcuts for popular workflows. Early examples range from basic commands such as summarizing pages to more specialized tasks tailored to platforms like X or LinkedIn. This shortcut gallery could make it easier for users to quickly adopt and adapt proven automation without building from scratch.
Another upcoming feature is planning mode. Instead of immediately acting on a user request, Claude will generate a proposed step-by-step plan before executing the task. Users will have the option to review, approve, or modify this plan, introducing a layer of control and transparency. The plan appears within the response, likely influenced by the system prompt, rather than requiring an explicit toggle in the interface.
Anthropic’s extension remains more limited than a fully-fledged browser but stands out for offering real utility to technical users. With network and DOM access, as well as extensibility through shortcuts and planning workflows, the Claude for Chrome is positioned to become a central assistant for web-based tasks, especially in debugging or productivity-focused scenarios. This aligns with Anthropic’s broader strategy to make Claude indispensable across multiple touchpoints and workflows.
