A technical documentation assistant for OpenClaw that uses automated scripts to search, fetch, and extract precise configuration evidence.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install new-openclaw-docs
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 new-openclaw-docs using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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What is OpenClaw Docs Assistant?
The OpenClaw Docs skill is designed to provide developers and AI agents with a reliable, script-driven interface for navigating technical documentation. By moving away from generative guessing, this skill ensures that all setup and troubleshooting advice is anchored to specific document paths and verified snippets. It is a core component for those looking to maximize the efficiency of their Openclaw Skills by providing immediate access to the latest configuration patterns and operational procedures.
OpenClaw Docs Assistant Use Cases
- Resolving complex configuration issues by pulling exact patterns from the common-configs library.
- Searching the documentation sitemap to locate platform-specific setup instructions for Discord, Slack, or other providers.
- Monitoring recent documentation changes to stay informed about new features and breaking changes within the ecosystem.
- Automating the retrieval of technical metadata to support other agent-led development tasks.
How OpenClaw Docs Assistant Works
- The skill identifies the user's technical intent, such as platform setup or troubleshooting, using the routing reference map.
- Script-based discovery searches the sitemap or document index to find the most relevant technical paths.
- The fetch utility retrieves the document content while the caching mechanism ensures high performance and offline availability.
- Configuration snippets are isolated from the text for easy implementation and verification.
- The agent provides a source-cited answer, ensuring all technical claims are backed by official Openclaw Skills documentation.
OpenClaw Docs Assistant Setup
To begin using the documentation skill, run the preflight check to ensure your local environment is configured correctly:
bash workspace/skills/new-openclaw-docs/scripts/check_env.sh
You can then update your local documentation cache to ensure you have the latest information:
bash workspace/skills/new-openclaw-docs/scripts/cache.sh status
OpenClaw Docs Assistant Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill manages information through a structured directory system designed to support automated retrieval for Openclaw Skills:
| Path | Purpose |
|---|---|
references/routing.md |
Maps user intents to specific documentation categories. |
snippets/common-configs.md |
Stores reusable code blocks and configuration patterns. |
scripts/*.sh |
Provides the logic for searching, fetching, and tracking changes. |
references/operations.md |
Contains operational notes for script usage and environment management. |
OpenClaw Docs Assistant Advanced Features
- Intent routing that maps specific developer queries to documentation categories.
- Temporal tracking that allows users to see documentation changes since a specific date.
- Sitemap discovery for identifying new or hidden technical resources.
- Automated config extraction to prevent manual copy-paste errors during setup.
- Local caching system to ensure rapid responses even when working with large documentation sets.
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