A comprehensive command-line interface for managing the lifecycle, health, and messaging protocols of the OpenClaw ecosystem.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install openclaw-cli
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 openclaw-cli using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is OpenClaw CLI?
The OpenClaw CLI skill is an essential tool for developers and system administrators working within the agentic ecosystem. It provides a robust framework for interacting with gateways, nodes, and channels, allowing for precise control over agent turns and system health. By integrating this skill into your workflow, you gain the ability to troubleshoot complex connectivity issues and manage environment states with high reliability.
As a core part of the Openclaw Skills library, this CLI focuses on safety and efficiency. It utilizes a structured approach to execution, ensuring that destructive operations are gated by confirmations while providing rich, machine-readable data for automation. Whether you are setting up a new node or debugging message delivery, this skill ensures your environment remains stable and performant.
OpenClaw CLI Use Cases
- Deploying and managing gateway and node lifecycles for agent communication.
- Running automated diagnostics using doctor and health commands to maintain system uptime.
- Isolating development environments using named profiles to prevent configuration drift.
- Automating agent interactions by parsing JSON-formatted command outputs into external scripts.
How OpenClaw CLI Works
- Analyze the requested operation to determine if it involves gateway management, node status, or agent messaging.
- Select the appropriate runtime scope using global flags like --dev for testing or --profile for specific environment isolation.
- Locate the specific command family required, such as agent, channels, or status, from the internal command map.
- Invoke the command with necessary flags, utilizing --help to verify syntax for complex or high-risk operations.
- Capture and parse the output, preferring JSON formatting when the command is part of an automated sequence.
- Validate the successful execution of the command by performing a follow-up status check or health audit.
OpenClaw CLI Setup
To begin using the CLI within the framework of Openclaw Skills, ensure your environment is properly initialized. You can verify your setup with these standard commands:
# Check the current status of the OpenClaw environment
openclaw status
# Run a full diagnostic battery to ensure all dependencies are met
openclaw doctor
# Initialize a specific development profile for isolated testing
openclaw --dev health
OpenClaw CLI Data Schema & Taxonomy
The CLI manages its internal state and configuration using a profile-based directory structure. This ensures that Openclaw Skills can operate in multiple contexts without data collisions.
| Component | Location | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Global State | ~/.openclaw |
Default configuration, logs, and persistent metadata. |
| Dev Profile | ~/.openclaw-dev |
Isolated environment for development and testing. |
| Named Profiles | ~/.openclaw-<name> |
Project-specific settings and node configurations. |
| Output Data | Standard Out (JSON) | Structured data for external tool integration and parsing. |
OpenClaw CLI Advanced Features
- Support for profile isolation to manage multiple distinct OpenClaw environments simultaneously.
- Comprehensive health and diagnostic suite for automated troubleshooting and system recovery.
- Machine-readable JSON output for all major command families to support CI/CD integration.
- Granular control over gateway and node lifecycles through targeted command flags.
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