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/install yihui-node-connect
Description
Diagnose OpenClaw node connection and pairing failures for Android, iOS, and macOS companion apps. Use when QR/setup code/manual connect fails, local Wi-Fi w...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do what it says (diagnose pairing/route problems) but take care before using it: (1) confirm the system has the openclaw and tailscale CLIs available — the skill should declare these binaries but does not, so expect those commands to run; (2) the instructions include a command that approves pending devices — do not run that blindly. Require the agent to show the device details and ask for explicit human confirmation before running any approve/change commands; (3) if you allow autonomous agent invocation, be aware it could run state-changing commands; consider running the troubleshooting steps yourself or in a safe/test environment first. If the author provides updated metadata declaring required binaries and adds an explicit verification/confirmation step before approval, the skill would be more trustworthy.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: yihui-node-connect
Version: 1.0.0
The `node-connect` skill bundle is a diagnostic tool designed to troubleshoot connection and pairing failures between OpenClaw nodes and companion apps. It provides structured instructions for an AI agent to analyze network topology and inspect configuration using standard CLI commands like `openclaw config get`, `openclaw qr`, and `tailscale status`. The logic is focused on identifying common misconfigurations (e.g., loopback binding, expired tokens) and approving pending device requests, with no evidence of malicious intent, data exfiltration, or unauthorized execution in SKILL.md or _meta.json.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The SKILL.md is coherent with a node/pairing troubleshooting skill and only uses OpenClaw and Tailscale CLIs. However, the registry metadata declared no required binaries while the instructions repeatedly invoke `openclaw` and `tailscale`; the skill should declare these as required so users know what will be executed.
Instruction Scope
Instructions are narrowly focused on diagnosing routes and pairing, which fits the purpose. However the doc recommends running `openclaw devices approve --latest` (a privileged, state-changing operation) without instructing the agent/operator to verify the device identity or to ask for explicit human confirmation. That elevates scope from read-only diagnostics to potentially dangerous write/approval actions.
Install Mechanism
Instruction-only skill with no install spec and no code files — lowest install risk. Nothing is downloaded or written to disk by the skill itself.
Credentials
No environment variables, secrets, or config paths are requested. The skill relies on locally available CLIs and their outputs only, which is proportional to its stated function.
Persistence & Privilege
always:false (normal). Still, the skill includes commands that change gateway state and approve devices. If this skill is invoked autonomously by an agent, those commands could be executed without manual review; users should ensure they trust the invoking agent before allowing autonomous runs.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install yihui-node-connect - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/yihui-node-connect - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
Initial release
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is node-connect?
Diagnose OpenClaw node connection and pairing failures for Android, iOS, and macOS companion apps. Use when QR/setup code/manual connect fails, local Wi-Fi w... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 51 downloads so far.
How do I install node-connect?
Run "/install yihui-node-connect" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is node-connect free?
Yes, node-connect is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does node-connect support?
node-connect is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created node-connect?
It is built and maintained by 辉哥 (@1yihui); the current version is v1.0.0.
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