Codex Desktop Takes Screenshots to Self-Check Excel Work
attentionmech · x · 2026-07-07
Tests reveal that when handling Excel spreadsheets, Codex Desktop can take its own screenshots to verify its work, allowing it to complete tasks without the user even needing to open Microsoft programs. This demonstrates the self-verification capabilities of coding agents.
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