I believe Claude is one of the best tools for developers to quickly bootstrap new projects, brainstorm ideas, write content, and even debug tricky code. It's smart, intuitive, and great at helping you think through complex problems.
But here's the thing: constantly switching browser tabs or juggling multiple windows just to use Claude can be distracting.
As someone who spends hours coding, writing, or experimenting with AI tools, I wanted something cleaner - something that feels native.
So I built Claude Desktop - a lightweight, fast, and unofficial desktop app for Claude AI.
Why I Built It
I love using Claude. But I also love focus. Having a dozen tabs open, each competing for attention, kills productivity.
That's when I thought:
What if I could have Claude sitting quietly on my desktop - ready whenever I need it - without the clutter of a browser?
So I built one.
Key Features
- Lightweight and Fast - Built with Electron, designed to stay out of your way.
- Seamless Claude Experience - Everything you love about Claude, right from your desktop.
- Distraction-Free Interface - Just you and Claude, nothing else.
- Secure by Design - No personal data is stored.
- Works Great on Linux - Now available officially on the Snap Store.
You can install Claude Desktop in seconds with a single command:
sudo snap install claudeai-desktop
Or check it out on Snapcraft:
👉 https://snapcraft.io/claudeai-desktop
Let me know what you think.
Top comments (1)
This is super cool! Turning Claude into a distraction-free desktop app is such a smart move. How’s it been handling long coding or brainstorming sessions so far?