A read-only utility to compare the currently installed OpenClaw version against the latest release on the npm registry.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install openclaw-update-checker
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-update-checker 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 Update Checker?
The OpenClaw Update Checker is a specialized utility designed for developers managing Openclaw Skills environments. It provides a reliable, non-intrusive method to verify if your coding agent is running the latest stable build by cross-referencing local installation data with the official npm registry. This tool is essential for maintaining the health and security of Openclaw Skills by providing immediate visibility into available patches and feature updates.
By operating in a read-only mode, it ensures that your system configuration remains untouched while offering the insights needed for proactive maintenance. Whether you are managing a single instance or a fleet of agents, this utility is a fundamental component for any robust deployment of Openclaw Skills.
OpenClaw Update Checker Use Cases
- Identifying if your Openclaw Skills installation requires a patch or major update.
- Incorporating version status checks into automated heartbeat or health monitoring systems.
- Generating structured JSON data for custom developer dashboards focused on Openclaw Skills management.
- Quickly accessing official changelogs to review new features or bug fixes for Openclaw Skills.
How OpenClaw Update Checker Works
- The script locates the global installation path for Openclaw Skills and reads the local package.json metadata.
- It executes a secure HTTPS GET request to the npm registry to retrieve the current production version information.
- The logic calculates the difference between the installed and latest versions, identifying exactly how many releases behind the current environment is.
- It generates a report containing the version status and a direct link to the relevant changelog for Openclaw Skills.
OpenClaw Update Checker Setup
To begin using this tool with your Openclaw Skills, ensure you have Python 3.10 or higher installed on your system. No additional Python dependencies are required.
# Navigate to your local scripts directory
cd scripts/
# Run a standard update check
python3 check_update.py
# For integration with other Openclaw Skills tools, use JSON output
python3 check_update.py --format json
OpenClaw Update Checker Data Schema & Taxonomy
The update checker for Openclaw Skills provides a structured schema for both CLI and automated consumption:
| Property | Purpose for Openclaw Skills |
|---|---|
| installed | The local version of the software currenty in use. |
| latest | The current stable release available on npm. |
| up_to_date | A simple true/false indicator of update status. |
| changelog_url | Direct link to release notes on GitHub. |
OpenClaw Update Checker Advanced Features
- Native support for machine-readable JSON output to empower automated Openclaw Skills monitoring.
- Minimal footprint utilizing Python standard library, requiring zero third-party packages.
- Smart changelog mapping that links directly to the specific release tag for Openclaw Skills.
- Robust error handling for network-restricted environments where registry access might be blocked.
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