Complete Manus AI Capabilities
Explore every capability demonstrated in the official Manus Demo Walkthrough 2026. Each section includes timestamps, key features, use cases, and business value.
Slides Generation
00:52Create professional slide decks with AI-powered research, custom templates, and data visualization. Manus can generate investor decks, marketing presentations, and event analysis reports.
Key Features
- Custom company template support (e.g., PWC format)
- Automated data visualization from spreadsheets
- Wide research integration for comprehensive content
- Export to multiple formats
Demo Use Cases
- Investor deal sourcing - identify 60 companies and generate research deck
- Startup ecosystem comparison (Singapore vs San Francisco)
- Post-event analysis from Luma data export
Business Value: Save hours of manual research and design work. Generate professional-quality decks that would typically require an intern or analyst.
Cloud Browser & Browser Operator
02:18Access websites with private credentials, scrape data from authenticated sessions, and automate browser-based workflows. Includes Chrome extension for direct browser takeover.
Key Features
- Login to private accounts (TradingView, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Chrome extension for browser takeover
- Automated form filling and navigation
- Data scraping from authenticated sessions
Demo Use Cases
- Stock analysis from TradingView with live data
- Meta Ad Library competitor analysis
- LinkedIn candidate sourcing based on job descriptions
Business Value: Automate tasks that require human login credentials. Perform headhunting-level recruitment or competitor analysis without manual effort.
Wide Research
04:18Execute hundreds or thousands of parallel research tasks simultaneously. Unlike deep research, wide research breaks massive tasks into sub-agents that run independently.
Key Features
- Parallel processing with 100+ sub-agents
- Centralized orchestration of subtasks
- Structured output in spreadsheets or databases
- API integration for enhanced data
Demo Use Cases
- Research 100 sneaker models with all metrics
- Profile 250 AI researchers from a conference
- Analyze AGI timeline predictions from 20 experts
- Scrape YC W25 batch (167 companies) with traffic data
- Extract prompts from GitHub to Notion database
Business Value: Complete research that would take days in 10-15 minutes. Process massive datasets that exceed typical AI context windows.
Mail Manus
09:24Trigger Manus tasks directly from your email inbox. Forward emails with attachments to your Manus email address and receive results in the same thread.
Key Features
- Custom Manus email address setup
- Email-triggered task automation
- Attachment processing (images, documents)
- Results delivered in same email thread
Demo Use Cases
- Forward infographic with 100 logos for company research
- Automated analysis of received documents
- Team workflow integration without leaving inbox
Business Value: Enable non-technical team members to leverage AI automation. Process requests without accessing the Manus interface.
Web Development
10:56Build fully functional websites and web applications with AI capabilities, backend, database, and payment integration using natural language.
Key Features
- Full-stack application development
- Database and backend integration
- Stripe payment processing
- Analytics dashboard included
- Custom domain support
- Code export for developers
Demo Use Cases
- Google Docs image extractor tool
- Product feedback portal with CRUD operations
- AI flower arrangement visualizer with Stripe checkout
- UNESCO heritage sites educational website
Business Value: Build custom business tools without coding knowledge. Deploy production-ready applications that solve specific pain points.
Scheduled Tasks
14:13Set up recurring automated tasks that run on a schedule. Configure frequency, automated run mode, and connector integrations.
Key Features
- Configurable frequency (daily, weekly, etc.)
- Automated run mode without manual confirmation
- Connector integration
- Prompt-triggered scheduling
Demo Use Cases
- Daily Product Hunt trending products summary
- Regular competitor monitoring
- Automated reporting workflows
Business Value: Set up once and receive regular updates automatically. Stay informed without manual effort.
Spreadsheets & Data Visualization
15:03Create financial models, market analysis, and data visualizations. Generate complex spreadsheets with multiple sheets and automated calculations.
Key Features
- Advanced financial modeling
- Industry benchmark research
- Multi-sheet spreadsheet generation
- Infographic-style visualizations
- API data integration (Typeform, etc.)
Demo Use Cases
- SaaS financial model with 3-year projections
- TAM/SAM/SOM analysis for US e-bike market
- SEO keyword 2x2 matrix analysis
- Typeform survey results analysis
Business Value: Generate financial models and market analysis that would require specialized skills. Visualize data in compelling formats.
Images and Videos Generation
17:34Create AI-generated images, videos, and multimedia content. Batch generate assets, repurpose content, and create personalized videos.
Key Features
- AI influencer generation
- Cinematic video creation
- Content repurposing (video to comic)
- Multi-language video generation
- HeyGen API integration
Demo Use Cases
- 20 AI influencers holding product for e-commerce
- Cinematic feature launch video
- YouTube video to comic conversion
- Personalized sales videos in 10 languages
Business Value: Create marketing assets without photography or video production. Scale personalized content across languages and formats.
Connectors
19:22Integrate Manus with your existing tools and workflows. Connect to CRMs, analytics platforms, and custom APIs.
Key Features
- Pre-built integrations (Notion, HubSpot, etc.)
- Custom API connections
- MCP (Model Context Protocol) support
- Data enrichment workflows
Demo Use Cases
- HeyGen API for AI avatar videos on pitch decks
- SimilarWeb API for traffic insights
- Ahrefs API for SEO audits
- HubSpot contact data enrichment
Business Value: Connect Manus to your existing tech stack. Automate workflows without leaving your current tools.
Projects
21:30Create dedicated workspaces for grouping related tasks with shared instructions and attachments.
Key Features
- Shared master instructions
- Project-level attachments
- Task grouping and organization
- Consistent output across tasks
Demo Use Cases
- Manus Design project with brand guidelines
- Marketing campaign workspace
- Research project with shared context
Business Value: Maintain consistency across related tasks. Reduce repetitive instruction input.
Personalization
22:00Configure Manus to know your preferences, occupation, and working style. Set up knowledge rules for consistent outputs.
Key Features
- Profile settings (nickname, occupation)
- Custom instructions
- Knowledge rules for recurring situations
- Output preferences
Demo Use Cases
- Always add data sources to slide presentations
- Keep X/Twitter posts under 280 characters
- Follow specific formatting guidelines
Business Value: Train Manus to work the way you prefer. Ensure consistent quality without repeated instructions.
API Access
22:45Programmatically integrate Manus into your applications and services using the Manus API.
Key Features
- API key generation
- Webhook integration
- Programmatic task creation
- Full documentation at open.manus.ai/docs
Demo Use Cases
- Integrate Manus into existing applications
- Automated workflow triggers
- Custom integrations
Business Value: Build Manus into your products and services. Create custom automation solutions.