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OpenClaw Setup Guide Skill
Help users install and configure OpenClaw from scratch. Covers installation, channel connection, skill setup, and first automation workflow.
What This Skill Does
Guides a new OpenClaw user through:
- Installing OpenClaw on their machine (Mac/Linux/Windows WSL)
- Running the onboarding wizard
- Connecting messaging channels (Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, Slack)
- Installing and configuring skills
- Setting up their first automation workflow
- Configuring heartbeats and cron jobs
- Setting up memory and identity files
Usage
When a user asks for help setting up OpenClaw, follow these steps in order:
Step 1: System Check
# Check OS and prerequisites
uname -a
node --version # Need Node.js 18+
git --version
Step 2: Install OpenClaw
curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install.sh | bash
openclaw onboard --install-daemon
Step 3: Connect a Channel
# For Telegram (most common)
openclaw channels add telegram
# Follow prompts for bot token from @BotFather
# For Discord
openclaw channels add discord
# Provide bot token from Discord Developer Portal
Step 4: Configure Identity
Create these files in the workspace:
SOUL.md— Agent personality and behaviorUSER.md— Information about the humanAGENTS.md— Operating proceduresIDENTITY.md— Name, emoji, avatar
Step 5: Install Skills
# Browse available skills
openclaw skills search \x3Ckeyword>
# Install a skill
openclaw skills install \x3Cskill-name>
Step 6: Set Up Automation
- Configure heartbeat interval in openclaw config
- Set up cron jobs for recurring tasks
- Create HEARTBEAT.md for proactive behaviors
Step 7: First Workflow Test
Send a message to your agent on the connected channel. Try:
- "Search the web for [topic]"
- "Read and summarize [file]"
- "Set a reminder for [time]"
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
- Node.js version too old:
nvm install 22 && nvm use 22 - Permission denied:
sudo chown -R $USER ~/.openclaw - Bot not responding: Check
openclaw statusandopenclaw gateway logs - Channel connection failed: Verify token, check firewall/proxy settings
Requirements
- Node.js 18+ (22 recommended)
- 2GB RAM minimum
- macOS, Linux, or Windows with WSL2
- Internet connection for API calls
Cost
- OpenClaw itself: Free (open source)
- AI model API: ~$5-50/month depending on usage
- Hosting (optional): $5-20/month for always-on
- 确保已安装 OpenClaw(本地或 Docker 部署)
- 在对话框中输入安装命令:
/install gia-openclaw-setup-guide - 安装完成后,直接呼叫该 Skill 的名称或使用
/gia-openclaw-setup-guide触发 - 根据 Skill 的参数说明提供必要输入,即可获得结构化输出
Gia Openclaw Setup Guide 是什么?
Guides users through installing OpenClaw, connecting messaging channels, configuring skills, setting up workflows, and troubleshooting common issues. 它是一个面向 Claude Code / OpenClaw 的 AI Agent Skill 插件,目前累计下载 256 次。
如何安装 Gia Openclaw Setup Guide?
在 OpenClaw 或 Claude Code 对话框中运行命令「/install gia-openclaw-setup-guide」即可一键安装,无需额外配置。
Gia Openclaw Setup Guide 是免费的吗?
是的,Gia Openclaw Setup Guide 完全免费,采用 MIT-0 许可证,可自由下载、安装和使用。
Gia Openclaw Setup Guide 支持哪些平台?
Gia Openclaw Setup Guide 跨平台运行,可在任意部署了 OpenClaw / Claude Code 的环境中使用(cross-platform)。
谁开发了 Gia Openclaw Setup Guide?
由 merjua14(@merjua14)开发并维护,当前版本 v1.0.0。