A dedicated engineering assistant that generates runnable plugin skeletons and installation commands for the OpenClaw ecosystem.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install claw-skills
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install claw-skills using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia)?
The OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant, also known as Xiaolongxia, is a specialized tool designed to streamline the developer experience when building extensions for AI agents. It functions as a bridge between high-level requirements and executable code, specifically helping developers decide between lightweight prompt-based enhancements and full-featured npm-based plugins. By using this assistant within your Openclaw Skills development workflow, you can ensure that your projects adhere to best practices and standard directory structures from the very first command.
This assistant focuses on minimizing the steps required to get a plugin from a concept to a running state. It provides everything from the core manifest files to the specific terminal commands needed for local debugging and eventual publication. Whether you are building complex tool integrations or simple workflow automations, this tool is the primary resource for maintaining compatibility with Openclaw Skills protocols.
OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia) Use Cases
- Rapidly scaffolding a new AI agent plugin with all required configuration files.
- Determining if a project requirement is better suited as a lightweight skill or an npm-distributed plugin.
- Troubleshooting local installation errors and environment mismatches during development.
- Generating standardized rollback commands to maintain development environment stability.
How OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia) Works
- The assistant evaluates user-provided goals to select the appropriate architectural path: Skill or Plugin.
- It generates a minimal viable directory structure including the package manifest and entry points.
- It outputs ready-to-use terminal commands for installation, enabling immediate testing within the Openclaw Skills environment.
- It provides debugging logic and common error resolution steps based on the generated code skeleton.
- It facilitates the publication process by formatting metadata according to semver and registry standards.
OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia) Setup
To start developing your first extension using the assistant, prepare your local environment and follow the generated output instructions for Openclaw Skills.
# Initialize your development directory
mkdir my-openclaw-tool && cd my-openclaw-tool
# Follow the assistant's output to create the skeleton
# Example: Install the generated plugin locally for testing
npm install ./my-plugin-path
# Verify the installation in your OpenClaw environment
openclaw plugin list
OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia) Data Schema & Taxonomy
The assistant organizes data to ensure full compatibility with the Openclaw Skills directory structure and metadata requirements:
| File Name | Purpose | Description |
|---|---|---|
package.json |
Metadata | Standard npm configuration including dependencies and semver. |
openclaw.plugin.json |
Manifest | Critical file defining the capabilities and entry points for the AI agent. |
index.js / main.ts |
Logic | The primary execution file for tool calls and code logic. |
README.md |
Documentation | Auto-generated instructions for usage and deployment. |
OpenClaw Plugin Development Assistant (Xiaolongxia) Advanced Features
- Intelligent decision logic for selecting between prompt-enhanced Openclaw Skills and code-heavy plugins.
- Automated generation of one-click rollback commands for safer local experimentation.
- Semver-compliant versioning templates to ensure smooth updates and registry compatibility.
- Minimalist skeleton generation that avoids bloat while remaining fully functional.
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