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Worker mode lets a logged-in Scout installation claim Atlas discovery jobs, process them locally, and return source-linked results for review. Use worker mode only on a computer you intend to leave running. For one-off local research, use scout run.

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Requirements

  • Atlas login on this computer.
  • A local model provider or configured model provider.
  • Search-backed discovery access for exploratory jobs.
  • scout doctor --worker passing before long-running work.
Check readiness:

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Start A Worker

Change the idle polling interval:
Pass a search key in scripts when needed:
Normal interactive use should prefer:

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Check Or Stop Worker Mode

Show tracked worker state:
Stop the tracked worker process:

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What Worker Output Means

Worker output is not a direct publish path. Returned results still need the same evidence review and visibility decision as other Scout or hosted discovery runs. If the worker is revoked in Atlas, active leases should be released and the computer should stop claiming new jobs.