Key Highlights:
- New model supports 1 million tokens of context.
- Claude now works directly inside PowerPoint.
- Opus expands beyond developers to broader knowledge workers.
Anthropic has released Opus 4.6, the latest version of its most advanced AI model, adding multi-agent “agent teams” and a significantly larger context window. The update matters because it moves Claude from a single-task assistant to a coordinated system built for complex, real-world workloads.
Opus 4.6 builds on the previous Opus 4.5 release from November and focuses on scale, speed, and collaboration.
What is new in Anthropic Opus 4.6?
The most notable addition in Opus 4.6 is agent teams. Instead of one AI agent handling tasks sequentially, the new system allows multiple agents to split work into smaller segments. Each agent manages a specific part of the task and coordinates directly with others. Anthropic says this approach enables faster execution and better organization for large or multi-step jobs.
How do agent teams work?
Agent teams are designed to mirror how human teams collaborate. According to the company, agents can work in parallel rather than waiting for one task to finish before starting another. This structure is especially useful for large projects such as software builds, research synthesis, or multi-document analysis.
Scott White, Head of Product at Anthropic, said the segmentation of responsibilities allows agents to “coordinate in parallel and work faster.” Agent teams are currently available as a research preview for API users and paid subscribers.
What changed in the context window?
Opus 4.6 now supports 1 million tokens of context.
This means the model can process and remember far more information in a single session. The expanded context window enables:
- Work on large codebases
- Analysis of lengthy documents
- Long-running workflows without loss of context
The update brings Opus in line with Anthropic’s Sonnet 4 and 4.5 models.
What is new with PowerPoint integration?
Claude is now integrated directly into Microsoft PowerPoint as a side panel. Previously, users could ask Claude to create a presentation, but had to move the file into PowerPoint to edit it. With Opus 4.6, users can create and refine slides without leaving the app. This reduces friction and keeps the workflow contained.
Who is Opus 4.6 built for?
Anthropic says Opus has evolved beyond its original focus on software developers.
The company has seen increased usage from product managers, financial analysts, and other knowledge workers who use Claude Code for non-programming tasks.
With Opus 4.6, Anthropic is positioning the model as a general-purpose AI system for professional work.
Why Anthropic Opus 4.6 matters
Anthropic Opus 4.6 reflects a broader shift toward collaborative AI systems with long memory and real workplace integration. By combining agent teams, expanded context, and native productivity tools, Anthropic is redefining how AI supports complex tasks at scale.
