Anthropic, an artificial intelligence company, has developed a chatbot called Claude that offers advanced features. Claude, which was updated to version 2 in July, can process more than 75,000 words at once, making it useful for summarizing lengthy pieces of text. Users can upload various files to Claude for analysis, including web pages, and it can answer questions about specific data points. Unlike other chatbots, Claude is trained on real-time data, allowing it to answer questions about current events and topics. It is accessible through its website and also as a Slack app.
Claude 2 boasts several improvements compared to its predecessor. It provides more detailed answers, fewer harmful responses, better coding skills, and overall faster performance. To use Claude, users must visit the Claude website and enter their email address. They will then receive a temporary login code via email, which they can use to access the chat screen. Users can submit their questions and requests, and Claude will provide a response. If users are not satisfied with the response, they can click the Retry button to try again. They can also copy and paste the response elsewhere if needed. If there is an issue with the response, users can report it using the thumbs down button and provide feedback.
Claude can provide the latest information on various topics. For example, users can ask about the current president of the US, and Claude will not only provide the correct answer (Joe Biden) but also share key facts about Biden and his term in office. Users can also use Claude to summarize web pages by copying and pasting the text into the prompt. Uploading documents and files is another option, with Claude supporting a variety of file types, such as PDF, TXT, CSV, DOCX, PPTX, RTF, HTML, and CSS. However, Excel spreadsheets are not supported.
Claude keeps track of past conversations, allowing users to view, rename, and delete them. Users can access these features by clicking the Open Menu button. For more information and assistance, users can visit the Help & Support section on the Claude website.
Anthropic’s Claude offers a range of advanced features and improvements compared to other chatbots. With its ability to process large amounts of text, analyze web pages, and provide real-time answers, Claude is a valuable tool for users seeking AI-powered assistance.