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Description
Automate Windows desktop tasks by launching apps, capturing screenshots, and simulating mouse and keyboard actions via PowerShell and Python scripts.
Usage Guidance
This skill appears internally consistent for Windows desktop automation, but it can perform sensitive actions (take screenshots, enumerate processes, simulate mouse/keyboard, kill processes). Before installing: (1) review the included Python files yourself (they’re present and readable), (2) run the skill in a test or sandboxed Windows account/VM first, (3) avoid granting administrator privileges unless you trust the code, (4) restrict or review any agent autonomy so the agent cannot run desktop-control commands without your confirmation, and (5) prefer skills with clear source/homepage provenance — this package has unknown origin.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: windows-automation-claw
Version: 1.0.0
The skill bundle provides extensive Windows automation capabilities, including process management, screen capture, and raw mouse/keyboard simulation. A significant security concern is found in `scripts/app_launcher.py`, which is vulnerable to shell injection by concatenating arguments directly into PowerShell commands. While the scripts (including `keyboard_control.py` and `mouse_control.py`) appear aligned with the stated RPA purpose and contain no evidence of intentional malice or data exfiltration, the combination of high-risk system access and lack of input sanitization poses a substantial risk if the agent is manipulated.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description match the included Python scripts (app launcher, screenshot, mouse, keyboard). The required actions (launch apps, capture screen, simulate input, list/kill processes) are appropriate for a Windows automation/RPA skill.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md instructs the agent to run the local scripts and use PowerShell to list processes, capture windows, and save screenshots to the user's Desktop. Those actions are expected for automation but are sensitive (process enumeration, screenshots, simulated input). Instructions do not attempt to read unrelated config or secrets and do not transmit data externally.
Install Mechanism
No install spec or remote downloads are present; the skill is instruction-plus-local-scripts only. All code is included in the bundle, so there is no hidden remote install risk.
Credentials
The skill requests no environment variables or credentials. It performs filesystem writes (saving screenshots) and queries OS process/window state — these are proportional to its stated purpose.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill is not always-enabled and does not request elevated platform privileges in metadata. Some operations (killing processes, controlling other apps) may prompt for administrator rights on Windows; also, because the platform allows autonomous invocation by default, consider the risk that an agent could run these actions without explicit consent.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install windows-automation-claw - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/windows-automation-claw - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
Windows Automation Skill v1.0.0 — Initial Release
- Introduces automation of Windows desktop operations via PowerShell and Python scripts.
- Supports opening/closing applications, website launching, and process management.
- Provides full screen and window screenshots, and lists visible windows.
- Enables mouse automation: move, click, drag, scroll, and position queries.
- Enables keyboard input simulation: type text, press keys, key combos, and hotkeys.
- Designed for RPA, repetitive task automation, and UI testing scenarios.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is windows-automation?
Automate Windows desktop tasks by launching apps, capturing screenshots, and simulating mouse and keyboard actions via PowerShell and Python scripts. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 117 downloads so far.
How do I install windows-automation?
Run "/install windows-automation-claw" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is windows-automation free?
Yes, windows-automation is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does windows-automation support?
windows-automation is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created windows-automation?
It is built and maintained by xiaodu (@xiaodu); the current version is v1.0.0.
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