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Overview

OpenAI’s Computer Use lets AI agents control computer interfaces through the Responses API. This guide shows how to use it with Orgo’s virtual desktops.
The computer-use-preview model remains OpenAI’s dedicated computer-use endpoint. GPT-5 series models can also drive an Orgo computer through the standard tool-calling API - wire up screenshot, click, and type as regular tools.

Quick Start

1

Install packages

2

Set up API keys

3

Run your first task

Complete Example

Here’s a full working example that handles the complete agent loop:

Usage Examples

Basic Tasks

Complex Workflows

Reusing Sessions

Key Concepts

The Agent Loop

OpenAI Computer Use works in a continuous loop:
  1. Request β†’ Send task to the model
  2. Action β†’ Model suggests an action (click, type, etc.)
  3. Execute β†’ Your code executes the action
  4. Screenshot β†’ Capture the result
  5. Repeat β†’ Continue until task is complete

Action Types

Safety Features

OpenAI includes safety checks to prevent misuse:

Best Practices

1. Clear Instructions

2. Error Handling

3. Session Management

4. Timing Considerations

Comparison with Claude

Limitations

  • Beta Status: OpenAI Computer Use is in preview and may have unexpected behaviors
  • Rate Limits: The model has constrained rate limits
  • Environment: Best suited for browser-based and desktop tasks

Next Steps

OpenAI Docs

Official OpenAI Computer Use documentation

Orgo Quickstart

Learn more about Orgo’s virtual desktops