LobsterAI: a desktop-grade office assistant agent that executes local tools and can be remotely commanded via IM platforms

What it solves

LobsterAI is a desktop-grade AI office assistant designed to move beyond simple chat interfaces. It solves the problem of AI assistants being confined to sandboxed environments by allowing an agent to interact directly with your local files, terminal, browser, and projects to perform real-world productivity tasks autonomously.

How it works

Built on the Electron framework and the OpenClaw agent engine, LobsterAI operates as a desktop application. It uses a "Cowork mode" to execute tools and run commands in the user's real working environment. To ensure security, every sensitive action is gated behind user approval. It integrates with various IM platforms (like WeChat, Telegram, and Discord) to allow users to remotely command their desktop agent from a mobile device.

Who it’s for

It is designed for office professionals, researchers, and developers who need an AI agent that can handle complex, multi-step workflows—such as data analysis, document generation, and web automation—directly on their local machine.

Highlights

• Desktop Integration: Accesses local files, terminals, and browsers instead of working in a a sandbox.
• Remote Control: Can be triggered and managed via multiple IM platforms (WeChat, Discord, Telegram, etc.) from a phone.
• Extensible Skills: Includes 28 built-in skills (e.g., PPT creation, video generation, stock analysis) and supports custom skill creation via skill-creator.
• Scheduled Tasks: Supports recurring jobs (e.g., daily news digests) using Cron expressions.
• Persistent Memory: Uses file-based memory to remember user preferences and context across different sessions.
• MCP Support: Connects to external tools and data sources via the Model Context Protocol.