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Description
Configure OpenClaw to use Google Vertex AI Gemini models so normal OpenClaw startup, Gateway service startup, and TUI usage all work without manual shell set...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do exactly what it claims: configure OpenClaw and system startup to use Google Vertex via ADC and shared env. Before applying changes: (1) back up ~/.openclaw and any launchd plist you modify; (2) prefer gcloud ADC (gcloud auth application-default login) over pasting API keys into config files; (3) if you must add credentials to auth-profiles.json, understand those will be stored in your home directory in plaintext and consider tighter file permissions; (4) verify which openclaw binary (which -a openclaw) and reinstall the Gateway from that same binary as instructed; (5) verify the referenced GitHub repo/author if you need provenance — README contains a repo link but the skill metadata had no homepage. If you are uncomfortable storing credentials in OpenClaw config, perform the verification steps manually rather than bulk-applying edits.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: openclaw-vertex-setup
Version: 1.0.0
The skill bundle is a legitimate configuration utility designed to set up Google Vertex AI for the OpenClaw agent. It provides detailed instructions in SKILL.md for managing environment variables, authentication profiles, and service lifecycle commands (e.g., 'openclaw gateway install'). While it includes a Python script for API verification and suggests modifications to local configuration files (~/.openclaw/.env), these actions are transparently documented and strictly aligned with the stated goal of enabling Vertex AI integration.
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Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name/description (configure OpenClaw for Vertex AI) matches the actions and artifacts the SKILL.md references: gcloud ADC, GOOGLE_* env vars, ~/.openclaw/.env, openclaw gateway install/status, and editing ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json. Nothing requested appears unrelated to configuring Vertex/OpenClaw.
Instruction Scope
The instructions legitimately direct the operator to inspect and modify local config and env files (~/.openclaw/*, ~/.zshrc, ADC path, launchd plist). These are necessary for the stated goal but do involve reading/writing local credentials/config files — the skill does not instruct sending secrets to external endpoints.
Install Mechanism
Instruction-only skill with no install spec and no downloaded code. Minimal on-disk impact: edits to user config files are recommended, which is expected for configuration tasks.
Credentials
Requested env vars (GOOGLE_CLOUD_PROJECT, GOOGLE_CLOUD_LOCATION, GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS) are appropriate for Vertex/GCloud. One practical fix advises adding an 'api_key' entry into ~/.openclaw/agents/.../auth-profiles.json; this is a compatibility hack (not strictly required if ADC is used) and could encourage storing sensitive credentials in plaintext — users should avoid placing real secrets there unless they understand the implications.
Persistence & Privilege
Skill is user-invocable, not always-on, and contains no installation that would persist or escalate privileges. It does advise making persistent changes to user config files and launchd/service wiring, which is expected for the task.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install openclaw-vertex-setup - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/openclaw-vertex-setup - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
Initial public release
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OpenClaw Vertex Setup?
Configure OpenClaw to use Google Vertex AI Gemini models so normal OpenClaw startup, Gateway service startup, and TUI usage all work without manual shell set... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 117 downloads so far.
How do I install OpenClaw Vertex Setup?
Run "/install openclaw-vertex-setup" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is OpenClaw Vertex Setup free?
Yes, OpenClaw Vertex Setup is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does OpenClaw Vertex Setup support?
OpenClaw Vertex Setup is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created OpenClaw Vertex Setup?
It is built and maintained by bhrum (@bhrum); the current version is v1.0.0.
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