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Pipeworx colorapi
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Bruce Gutman
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· v1.0.0
· MIT-0
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Install in OpenClaw
/install pipeworx-colorapi
Description
Color identification, scheme generation, and format conversion via TheColorAPI — hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do what it says (call a color service via HTTP) and requires only curl, but review two points before installing:
1) Gateway vs upstream: the example uses gateway.pipeworx.io instead of thecolorapi.com. Confirm you trust the gateway operator (pipeworx) because your color data will pass through that proxy.
2) Setup hint downloads code: the SKILL.md suggests running 'npx -y mcp-remote@latest ...' which will fetch and run code from npm. If you plan to follow that setup, verify the mcp-remote package and consider pinning a known-good version or self-hosting the gateway. Also ensure your environment has Node/npx, which the skill didn't declare.
If the maintainer can (a) explain why the pipeworx gateway is used, (b) document and declare the npx/Node requirement or remove the npx suggestion, and (c) provide a direct API option (or a vetted package/version), the small remaining concerns would be addressed.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: pipeworx-colorapi
Version: 1.0.0
The pipeworx-colorapi skill provides color identification, scheme generation, and format conversion tools. It functions as a wrapper for a remote MCP server hosted at gateway.pipeworx.io, utilizing the standard mcp-remote utility for connectivity. The documentation in SKILL.md is consistent with its stated purpose, and there are no indicators of malicious intent, data exfiltration, or unauthorized execution.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name/description (color identification, scheme generation, conversions) align with the documented curl examples to a JSON-RPC gateway. However the skill references 'TheColorAPI' conceptually but the example and homepage use an external gateway (https://gateway.pipeworx.io) rather than thecolorapi.com. That proxying is plausible but not explained and should be justified.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md instructs only HTTP calls (curl) and describes three narrowly-scoped tools (identify_color, generate_scheme, convert_color). It does not instruct reading local files or unrelated env vars. One additional instruction block (Setup) suggests running an npx command to register an mcp server — this step would execute downloaded code and is not declared elsewhere in the skill, which widens the runtime actions if followed.
Install Mechanism
There is no formal install spec (lowest-risk form). However the provided 'Setup' example tells users to run 'npx -y mcp-remote@latest ...' which would download and execute a package from npm. The skill metadata does not declare Node/npx as required binaries, nor does it declare this installation. That mismatch is a small but meaningful risk (runtime download/execution of remote code).
Credentials
The skill requests no environment variables or credentials. That is proportionate to a read-only color API integration. There are no unexpected secret requests.
Persistence & Privilege
always is false and there are no instructions to modify other skills or global agent settings. The skill does suggest adding an mcpServers entry in agent config for a remote endpoint, which is normal but should be done consciously by the operator.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install pipeworx-colorapi - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/pipeworx-colorapi - 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 Pipeworx colorapi?
Color identification, scheme generation, and format conversion via TheColorAPI — hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 85 downloads so far.
How do I install Pipeworx colorapi?
Run "/install pipeworx-colorapi" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Pipeworx colorapi free?
Yes, Pipeworx colorapi is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Pipeworx colorapi support?
Pipeworx colorapi is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Pipeworx colorapi?
It is built and maintained by Bruce Gutman (@brucegutman); the current version is v1.0.0.
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