A foundational boilerplate designed to help developers define custom logic, instructions, and metadata for new AI agent capabilities.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install template-skill
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 template-skill 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 Skill Template?
The Openclaw Skill Template is the essential starting point for any developer looking to extend the functionality of their AI agents. It provides a standardized structure for defining how an agent should react to specific triggers, what context it needs, and the boundaries of its operation. By following this format, you ensure that your custom logic integrates perfectly with the broader library of Openclaw Skills.
This template focuses on clarity and modularity, allowing you to package complex workflows into reusable units. Whether you are building a tool for automated code reviews or a custom data parser, this structure provides the necessary YAML metadata and Markdown-based instruction set to guide your agent effectively.
Openclaw Skill Template Use Cases
- Bootstrapping new agent capabilities with a standardized metadata structure.
- Creating shareable and reusable logic blocks for the Openclaw Skills community.
- Defining clear behavioral constraints for LLMs when performing specialized technical tasks.
- Organizing complex multi-step developer workflows into manageable skill files.
How Openclaw Skill Template Works
- Create a new directory within your project dedicated to the specific skill you wish to build.
- Initialize a SKILL.md file using this template to define the name and high-level description in the YAML frontmatter.
- Populate the markdown section with detailed instructions that the agent will parse to understand its new capabilities.
- Integrate the skill into your agent's runtime environment so it can be discovered and executed alongside other Openclaw Skills.
Openclaw Skill Template Setup
To get started with a new skill based on this template, use the following commands in your terminal:
# Create a new directory for your skill
mkdir custom-openclaw-skill
cd custom-openclaw-skill
# Create the skill file
touch SKILL.md
Open the SKILL.md file and paste the template content, ensuring you update the frontmatter with your specific skill details.
Openclaw Skill Template Data Schema & Taxonomy
The template utilizes a simple yet powerful schema to ensure compatibility across the Openclaw Skills ecosystem.
| Property | Format | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| name | String | The unique identifier used to call or reference the skill. |
| description | String | A concise explanation of the skill's utility for the agent's selection logic. |
| content | Markdown | The raw instructions and logical steps the agent must follow. |
Openclaw Skill Template Advanced Features
- Context Injection: Pass dynamic environment data directly into the skill instructions.
- Cross-Skill Referencing: Build complex workflows by calling multiple Openclaw Skills in sequence.
- Metadata Tagging: Use advanced YAML keys for better categorization and discovery in large agentic systems.
- Version Control: Maintain different iterations of your skills using standard Git workflows.
SKILL.md
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