Claude Desktop App Rolls Out New Interface Designed in Under 3 Weeks

Anthropic design engineer Chase McCoy announced that the Claude desktop app has launched a brand new interface. Notably, Claude itself helped design the new look, and the whole process from sketch to launch took less than 3 weeks. Some users criticized the update in the comments, saying the interface has lower information density. After dropping serif fonts and warm background colors, it feels dull and cold, looking similar to ChatGPT, and the project panel is harder to read. Despite the mixed feedback, the new interface brings a fresh design and sidebar features, offering users a new layout for daily use.