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computer-use

Simulate user input and capture visual state across macOS, Windows, and Linux.

7|1|Updated Jul 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cross-platform#gui#desktop#computer-use#cua-driver
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill computer-use-paxlabs-inc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: computer-use
Source: https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent/tree/main/skills/computer-use
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill computer-use-paxlabs-inc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires cua-driver.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of automating native desktop applications that lack APIs, allowing the agent to interact with GUIs without stealing the user's cursor or keyboard focus.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Background Automation: Perform clicks, typing, and scrolling in native apps like Finder, Outlook, or Figma while the user continues working in another window.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Operates seamlessly across macOS, Windows, and Linux using a unified tool interface.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to automate repetitive data entry into a legacy desktop application or to navigate through native system settings without interrupting your current workflow.

Quick Start

Use the computer-use skill to capture the current screen of the Chrome application and click the sign-in button.

Frequently Asked Questions about computer-use

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate native desktop applications that lack programmatic APIs?▼

This skill facilitates background desktop automation by simulating input events and capturing visual state, allowing the agent to interact with GUIs without stealing the user's cursor or keyboard focus.

Can I automate GUI applications in the background without losing keyboard focus?▼

Yes, background desktop automation performs clicks, typing, and scrolling in native apps without stealing your cursor or keyboard focus, allowing you to continue working in another window simultaneously.

Does desktop automation work across macOS, Windows, and Linux?▼

Cross-platform desktop automation operates seamlessly across macOS, Windows, and Linux using a unified tool interface to simulate user input events and capture visual state on each operating system.

Do I need the cua-driver integration to map accessibility tree elements?▼

Yes, the cua-driver integration is required to map accessibility tree elements to actionable coordinates and input events, enabling the agent to interact with native GUI applications effectively.

What is the best way to automate repetitive data entry into legacy desktop software?▼

The best way to automate repetitive data entry into legacy desktop software is by using cross-platform background desktop automation to simulate typing and clicks without interrupting your current workflow.

When should I not use background desktop automation for native GUIs?▼

You should not use background desktop automation when a native application already provides a programmatic API or web-based interface, as those methods offer more reliable integration than simulated input events.

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