# LangTARS: Open-Source AI Agent for Remote PC Control — Works with Dify, n8n & 10+ Messaging Platforms

Source: https://langbot.app/docs/en/articles/langtars-remote-pc-control-dify-n8n

LangTARS is a LangBot native plugin that lets you remotely control Mac/Windows/Linux from Telegram, Discord & WeChat — with Dify and n8n workflow support.

This article is synchronized from the LangBot Blog. [Read the canonical version](https://langbot.app/en/blog/langtars-remote-pc-control-dify-n8n).

Published 2026-03-23 · Author: LangBot Team

![LangTARS Logo](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/3fe5bdc18716-icon.svg)

**LangBot Native Plugin | OpenClaw-like Experience | Ready to Use with One-Click Deployment**

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## ✨ What is LangTARS?

**LangTARS** is a powerful **OpenClaw alternative** and native plugin for LangBot, inspired by the loyal and reliable robot TARS from the movie *Interstellar*.

As a versatile **AI agent** for **remote computer control**, LangTARS allows you to remotely command your **Mac, Windows, or Linux** machine directly through your favorite messaging apps like **Telegram, Discord, DingTalk, and WeChat**! If you've been looking for an **OpenClaw-like** computer use agent that integrates seamlessly into your existing **chatbot framework**, LangTARS is the perfect solution.

> 💡 **Deploy LangBot, and you can experience LangTARS instantly!** No extra standalone agent installation needed—just get it with one click from the plugin marketplace.

![LangTARS Demo](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/70b26e660a60-tars.gif)

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## 🤖 The LangBot Ecosystem

LangTARS is just ONE plugin in the massive LangBot ecosystem. **LangBot** is a leading **open source chatbot** framework designed for connecting LLMs to messaging platforms.

- **Multi-platform bot integration**: Native support for Telegram, Discord, WeChat, DingTalk, Lark, LINE, Slack, and more.
- **Multi-model LLM chatbot**: Works flawlessly with OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, and local models.
- **Rich Plugin Marketplace**: Access over 30+ plugins for endless functionality.
- **Advanced Features**: Pipeline-based message processing, RAG support, and multi-agent workflows.
- **Self-hosted AI**: Total control over your data and deployments.
- **AI Workflow Integrations**: Connect LangBot to platforms like **Dify**, **n8n**, **Langflow**, and **Coze**. LangBot can act as the messaging frontend for your complex AI workflows, meaning LangTARS + Dify/n8n = powerful automation!

Get started with LangBot:

- **Easiest**: [LangBot Cloud](https://cloud.langbot.app)
- Self-host: `uvx langbot@latest`
- Documentation: [langbot.app/docs](https://langbot.app/docs/en/insight/guide.md)
- GitHub: [github.com/langbot-app/LangBot](https://github.com/langbot-app/LangBot) (15k+ stars)

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## 🎯 What Can It Do?

As a comprehensive **automation tool**, just send a message, and the AI will handle your **task automation** and **browser automation**:

| You Say                                                                                      | AI Does                                                            |
| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| `!tars open Reddit in Chrome, post a thread with the title "Hello from LangTARS" and say hi` | 🌐 Automatically controls Chrome to open Reddit and publish a post |
| `!tars organize my desktop files`                                                            | 📁 Automatically categorizes and moves files                       |
| `!tars open the browser and search for today's AI news`                                      | 🌐 Opens a browser, searches the web, and summarizes the news      |
| `!tars create a meeting note for our marketing sync`                                         | 📝 Automatically creates a markdown note file                      |
| `!tars check system memory and CPU`                                                          | 💻 Uses MCP tools to get computer status                           |

![Usage Example](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/6613b3025b8b-usage-example.png)
![Plan Mode](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/ff42857251ab-planner-mode.png)

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## 🔗 Supercharge with Dify & n8n

LangTARS becomes even more powerful when combined with **AI workflow platforms**:

- **Dify Integration**: Connect LangBot to [Dify](https://dify.ai) as a messaging frontend. Build complex AI workflows in Dify's visual editor, then trigger them from Telegram/Discord via LangTARS.
- **n8n Integration**: Use [n8n](https://n8n.io) workflows with LangBot for advanced automation chains. Combine LangTARS's computer control with n8n's 400+ integrations for unlimited possibilities.
- **Also supports**: Langflow, Coze, and any OpenAI-compatible API.

> 💡 **Example**: "Hey TARS, run my Dify workflow to analyze today's sales data and save the report to my desktop" — LangTARS handles the entire chain.

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## 🚀 Why Choose LangTARS?

### 1️⃣ LangBot Native Plugin, Out of the Box

Instead of deploying a complex standalone agent, you can easily **deploy AI bot** capabilities right where you already chat.

```bash
# Deploy LangBot with one command
uvx langbot@latest

# Install LangTARS from the plugin market, configure your LLM, and start using!
```

**No complex configuration, no extra deployment. LangBot users can experience OpenClaw-style computer control directly!**

![Installation Flow](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/2a3a0d5f4ae9-install-flow.png)

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### 2️⃣ Intelligent Task Planning, Autonomous Execution

Powered by an AI planning engine based on the **ReAct agent** loop:

```
Your Command → Understand Needs → Make a Plan → Execute Step-by-Step → Feedback Results
```

The AI assistant thinks like a human and automatically breaks down complex tasks using integrated **MCP tools**!

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### 3️⃣ Multi-Browser Support for Web Automation

| Browser               | macOS | Windows | Linux |
| --------------------- | ----- | ------- | ----- |
| Playwright (Headless) | ✅     | ✅       | ✅     |
| Safari                | ✅     | -       | -     |
| Chrome                | ✅     | ✅       | ✅     |
| Edge                  | -     | ✅       | -     |
| Firefox               | -     | -       | ✅     |

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### 4️⃣ Security-First Design

- 🚫 **Dangerous Command Interception** — Automatically blocks commands like `rm -rf /`
- 📂 **Workspace Isolation** — Restricts file operations to safe directories
- 📋 **Command Whitelist** — Configurable allowed commands
- 👤 **User Access Control** — Restricts usage to specific authorized users

![Security Features](https://langbot.app/docs/images/articles/external/a618d3d41416-security.png)

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## 📱 Quick Start

### Step 1: Deploy LangBot

> 🚀 **Fastest way to start:** Use [LangBot Cloud](https://cloud.langbot.app) — deploy your LangBot instance in one click, no server needed! Install LangTARS from the plugin marketplace and start controlling your computer immediately.

*Alternative for power users (Self-hosted):*

```bash
uvx langbot@latest
```

### Step 2: Configure Chat Platform

Follow the documentation to configure your **Telegram bot**, **WeChat bot**, or **Discord bot**.

### Step 3: Install LangTARS

Search for **LangTARS** in the **plugin marketplace** and install it.

### Step 4: Start Chatting

```
!tars Hello, tell me what you can do
```

> 📱 **Recommendation**: Use it on Telegram or Discord for the best interactive experience!

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## 🎮 Common Commands

| Command                    | Function               |
| -------------------------- | ---------------------- |
| `!tars <Task Description>` | Execute a task         |
| `!tars stop`               | Stop the current task  |
| `!tars what`               | Check execution status |
| `!tars reset`              | Reset the conversation |
| `!tars help`               | Show help              |

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## 🌟 Project Information

| Item          | Information                                                                |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **GitHub**    | [github.com/langbot-app/LangTARS](https://github.com/langbot-app/LangTARS) |
| **Language**  | Python 100%                                                                |
| **License**   | CC BY-NC-ND 4.0                                                            |
| **Platforms** | macOS / Windows / Linux                                                    |

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## 🔗 Related Links

- 📖 **LangBot Documentation**: [langbot.app/docs](https://langbot.app/docs/en/insight/guide.md)
- 💬 **Issue Feedback**: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/langbot-app/LangTARS/issues)
- ⭐ **Support with a Star**: [GitHub](https://github.com/langbot-app/LangTARS)

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## 🎉 Deploy LangBot and Experience LangTARS!

**Let AI be your loyal digital assistant, just like TARS.**

> 🚀 **Fastest way to start:** Use [LangBot Cloud](https://cloud.langbot.app) — deploy your LangBot instance in one click, no server needed! Install LangTARS from the plugin marketplace and start controlling your computer immediately.

*Alternative for power users (Self-hosted):*

```bash
uvx langbot@latest
```