A comprehensive development assistant for building, scripting, and packaging high-quality Garry's Mod addons.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install gmod-addon-maker
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 gmod-addon-maker 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 GMod Addon Maker?
The GMod Addon Maker is a sophisticated tool designed for developers who want to create robust content for Garry's Mod. It streamlines the entire development lifecycle, from initial conceptualization to final packaging. By utilizing this specialized skill within your Openclaw Skills collection, you gain access to an assistant that understands the nuances of Lua scripting, including the critical distinctions between Server, Client, and Shared execution states.
Beyond just writing code, this skill enforces strict organizational patterns for addon directories and materials. It eliminates the guesswork often associated with the GMod API by implementing a search-first approach to official documentation, ensuring that every function call is based on accurate, up-to-date data from the Facepunch Wiki.
GMod Addon Maker Use Cases
- Creating custom game modes or utilities from the ground up with structured Lua logic.
- Debugging existing GMod scripts to resolve realm-specific execution errors.
- Organizing complex addon file structures to ensure Steam Workshop compatibility.
- Accurate API referencing by fetching real-time data from the Facepunch Wiki.
- Preparing and optimizing assets like models, textures, and sounds for in-game performance.
How GMod Addon Maker Works
- Conceptualization: The skill helps define the addon's scope, identifying features and target users.
- Structure Generation: It establishes a professional directory hierarchy based on standard GMod patterns.
- State-Aware Scripting: It writes Lua code while strictly adhering to Server/Client/Shared realm constraints.
- API Validation: It uses a dedicated search protocol to find verified API documentation rather than guessing URLs.
- Content Integration: The skill provides guidance on sourcing and optimizing game assets for better performance.
- Troubleshooting: It references a common-issues database to quickly resolve frequently encountered development bugs.
GMod Addon Maker Setup
To integrate this capability into your workflow, ensure your environment is configured for Openclaw Skills. You can initialize the skill by including it in your project configuration or manual installation:
# Navigate to your local skills directory
cd path/to/openclaw/skills
# Clone the GMod Addon Maker repository
git clone https://github.com/openclaw/gmod-addon-maker.git
Once added, the agent will recognize GMod-related queries and apply the necessary Lua development rules.
GMod Addon Maker Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes addon data using the standard Garry's Mod directory taxonomy to ensure compatibility:
| Directory | Description | Primary Extensions |
|---|---|---|
/lua |
Scripts for server, client, and shared realms | .lua |
/materials |
Textures, shaders, and UI icons | .vmt, .vtf |
/models |
3D geometry and animation data | .mdl, .vtx |
/sound |
Audio files for effects and music | .wav, .mp3 |
/resource |
Localization files and custom fonts | .res, .txt |
It specifically enforces the use of sv_, cl_, and sh_ prefixes for Lua files to manage execution states correctly.
GMod Addon Maker Advanced Features
- Zero-Guess API Integration: Implements a strict protocol for fetching Facepunch Wiki data to prevent broken links.
- Multi-Realm Logic: Automatically handles the complexities of networking between server and client states.
- Performance Optimization: Provides tips for optimizing Lua scripts and asset sizes to reduce frame-rate impact.
- Standardized Packaging: Ensures your addon follows the exact directory structure required for a successful Steam Workshop upload.
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