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Workflowy
by
waldyrious
· GitHub ↗
· v1.0.7
· MIT-0
1937
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3
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Install in OpenClaw
/install workflowy
Description
Workflowy outliner CLI for reading, searching, and editing nodes. Use when the user wants to interact with their Workflowy outline — searching, adding items,...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to be what it says: a thin integration for the Workflowy CLI. Before installing, verify the Homebrew tap/formula source (mholzen/workflowy/workflowy-cli) on GitHub to ensure it doesn't contain unexpected install scripts. Provide only your Workflowy API key (store it at ~/.workflowy/api.key with restricted permissions or set WORKFLOWY_API_KEY), and be cautious when running destructive commands (delete, bulk replace). If you need higher assurance, inspect the brew formula and the CLI source code on the linked GitHub repo prior to installation.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: workflowy
Version: 1.0.7
The skill bundle provides a legitimate interface for the Workflowy outliner using the mholzen/workflowy CLI. It includes standard instructions for API key setup, node management, and search operations without any signs of data exfiltration, malicious execution, or prompt injection.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name/description (Workflowy CLI) match the declared requirements: a 'workflowy' binary, a Workflowy API key (WORKFLOWY_API_KEY), and a config file at ~/.workflowy/api.key. These are appropriate for a CLI that reads/edits a Workflowy outline.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md only instructs use of the workflowy CLI and how to provide the API key (file or env var). It does not instruct reading unrelated system files, exfiltrating data to unexpected endpoints, or modifying other skill/system configurations. It warns about destructive bulk operations.
Install Mechanism
Install uses a Homebrew formula (mholzen/workflowy/workflowy-cli) which is an expected mechanism for a CLI. Because this is a third‑party tap/formula rather than an official, widely-known package, users should inspect the formula/source before installing to ensure it does not run unexpected install-time scripts.
Credentials
The only credential required is the Workflowy API key (WORKFLOWY_API_KEY) and/or the config file ~/.workflowy/api.key, which is proportionate to the skill's purpose. No unrelated secrets or broad environment access are requested.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill is not marked always:true and is user-invocable; it does not request system-wide persistent privileges or modify other skills. Autonomous invocation is allowed by default but is not combined with other concerning privileges here.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install workflowy - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/workflowy - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.7
- Added support for the WORKFLOWY_API_KEY environment variable as an alternative to the config file for API key setup.
- Updated metadata to specify config file and primary environment variable.
- No changes to command usage or core functionality.
v1.0.6
- Updated SKILL.md to remove the "openclaw" metadata section and align metadata formatting.
- Removed the outdated SKILL-v1.0.3.md file.
- No command or usage changes; documentation and metadata cleanup only.
v1.0.5
- Updated SKILL.md metadata formatting for consistency and clarity
- Changed metadata YAML structure to remove unnecessary brackets and improve readability
- No command or functionality changes; documentation only
v1.0.4
- Added SKILL-v1.0.3.md to track previous skill documentation.
- Updated SKILL.md metadata to move homepage under the openclaw block.
- No functional changes to commands or usage; documentation and metadata improvements only.
v1.0.3
- Added a security note to the setup instructions: API key file now requires user-only permissions (`chmod 600 ~/.workflowy/api.key`).
- Minor clarification in API key instructions for better security.
v1.0.2
- Documentation updated to mention and link Workflowy's public API reference.
- Added a pointer to the full CLI command reference for further details.
- No changes to CLI usage or functionality; all changes are in documentation only.
v1.0.1
- Improved the description to clarify that the skill should also be used whenever the user shares a workflowy.com URL.
- No changes were made to commands, setup, or usage instructions.
v1.0.0
Initial release of the workflowy CLI skill:
- Provides commands to read, search, add, update, and delete nodes in a Workflowy outline.
- Supports bulk operations like search/replace and transformations.
- Includes reporting tools for statistics and usage analysis.
- Requires API key setup and supports different data access methods for speed or freshness.
- Special targets (like inbox and home) are available for common workflows.
Metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Workflowy?
Workflowy outliner CLI for reading, searching, and editing nodes. Use when the user wants to interact with their Workflowy outline — searching, adding items,... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 1937 downloads so far.
How do I install Workflowy?
Run "/install workflowy" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Workflowy free?
Yes, Workflowy is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Workflowy support?
Workflowy is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Workflowy?
It is built and maintained by waldyrious (@waldyrious); the current version is v1.0.7.
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