A command-line utility for retrieving files from the Tailscale Taildrop inbox to local Linux storage.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install taildrop
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 taildrop 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 Taildrop?
The Taildrop skill provides a critical bridge for Linux users within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem. Unlike other operating systems, Linux requires manual retrieval of files sent via Tailscale. This skill automates that process, allowing users to seamlessly move incoming files from the Tailscale inbox to a local folder like ~/Downloads.
By integrating this into your developer workflow, you can ensure that assets sent from other devices are immediately available for processing or development. It simplifies the bridge between your private network and your local filesystem, making Openclaw Skills more versatile for cross-device productivity.
Taildrop Use Cases
- Retrieving logs or screenshots sent from a mobile device to a Linux dev environment
- Automating the receipt of configuration files across a Tailscale network
- Simplifying cross-platform file transfers for headless Linux servers
- Enhancing AI agent workflows by providing programmatic access to incoming Openclaw Skills data
How Taildrop Works
- The script verifies the current Tailscale connection and inbox status.
- It scans for any files currently held in the Tailscale staging area.
- Files are transferred to the target directory, with ~/Downloads used as the default.
- The script applies specified logic to handle files with identical names.
- Upon completion, it outputs a summary of all downloaded files to the console.
Taildrop Setup
Before using this skill, ensure Tailscale is active. To enable seamless downloads without constant password prompts, set your user as an operator:
sudo tailscale set --operator=$USER
Run the retrieval script directly from your local repository:
~/clawd/skills/taildrop/scripts/taildrop-get.sh
Taildrop Data Schema & Taxonomy
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Default Destination | ~/Downloads/ |
| Custom Destination | Supported via positional argument |
| Conflict Handling | Skip (Default), --overwrite, or --rename |
| Source Buffer | Local Tailscale internal inbox |
Taildrop Advanced Features
- Loop mode functionality for continuous file monitoring and automatic downloads
- Customizable directory routing to organize incoming files by project
- Robust error handling for network interruptions during file transfer
- Seamless integration as a pre-processing step for other Openclaw Skills
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