claw

Name: claw
Availability: InStock
Author: wrightchin

Send prompts to NanoClaw agent groups from the terminal via CLI.

Updated Apr 26, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #devops #cli #shell #container #prompt #nanoclaw

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npx skills add https://github.com/wrightchin/nanoclaw-playground --skill claw-wrightchin

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Skill: claw
Source: https://github.com/wrightchin/nanoclaw-playground/tree/main/.claude/skills/claw
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wrightchin/nanoclaw-playground --skill claw-wrightchin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The claw CLI enables direct, chat-free interaction with NanoClaw agent containers from the terminal, replacing the need for a chat app for prompts and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Directly send prompts to registered NanoClaw groups from the command line by name, folder, or JID
Read group data from the NanoClaw database and secrets from .env to execute container runs
Pipe prompts from stdin for scripting and automation, and resume sessions with a simple flag
Auto-detect runtime (container or docker) or specify a preferred runtime

Quick Start

Install claw by placing the script in scripts/claw, symlink it into PATH, and verify with claw --list-groups.

Frequently Asked Questions about claw

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I send prompts to a container from the command line without a chat app?▼

You can send prompts to NanoClaw agent containers directly from the CLI without a chat app by using this script. It reads group data and streams a JSON payload into a container run, enabling chat-free terminal automation.

How do I pipe prompts from stdin for CLI automation and scripting?▼

Piping prompts from stdin for CLI automation is fully supported by this script. You can pipe input directly into the tool to execute container runs and automate prompt delivery without manual intervention.

Do I need Python to run CLI commands for agent containers?▼

Yes, you need Python 3.8+ to execute CLI commands for agent containers. The script also requires a NanoClaw installation with an accessible agent container and loads secrets from a .env file.

Can I resume agent sessions from the terminal?▼

Yes, you can resume agent sessions directly from the terminal using a simple command flag. This allows you to continue previous interactions with registered groups without starting a new container run.

How do I specify a container runtime for running CLI agents?▼

You can specify a preferred container runtime for running CLI agents or let the script auto-detect it. It supports detecting whether your environment uses container or docker runtimes to execute the agent payload.

What is the best way to manage NanoClaw groups from the shell?▼

The best way to manage NanoClaw groups from the shell is by using a CLI that reads group data directly from the database. You can send prompts to registered groups by name, folder, or JID, and verify them with a list command.