A streamlined URL shortening skill that leverages is.gd to provide permanent short links without the need for authentication.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install shorten
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 shorten 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 Shorten?
The Shorten skill is a developer-centric tool designed to simplify URL management within Openclaw Skills environments. By utilizing the is.gd service, it allows users to generate permanent redirects for long web addresses directly from the command line or through an AI agent. This skill is particularly useful for maintaining clean documentation, manageable logs, and concise communication.
Because it requires no API keys or complex configuration, it serves as a plug-and-play solution for anyone needing to optimize links on the fly. It emphasizes speed and simplicity, making it a staple for automated developer workflows.
Shorten Use Cases
- Sharing long technical documentation links in restricted-character environments.
- Creating cleaner logs by replacing long query-string-heavy URLs with short links.
- Enhancing AI agent responses by providing concise links to external resources.
How Shorten Works
- The input URL is passed to the script as a command-line argument.
- The script executes a network request to the is.gd shortening service.
- The service validates the URL and returns a unique, shortened identifier.
- The skill outputs the final shortened link for immediate use by the user or agent.
Shorten Setup
To begin using this skill within your Openclaw Skills setup, ensure the script has the correct permissions:
chmod +x ./shorten.sh
No additional environment variables or API keys are necessary for the basic functionality.
Shorten Data Schema & Taxonomy
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Input | The full long URL (HTTPS/HTTP) |
| Output | The shortened is.gd URL |
| Persistence | Links are permanent once created |
| Privacy | No analytics or tracking dashboard provided |
Shorten Advanced Features
- Integration ready for Openclaw Skills automation pipelines.
- Permanent link creation with zero maintenance.
- Lightweight footprint with no external dependencies other than standard shell tools.
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