example-skill

To structure an OpenClaw skill, use a blueprint with YAML frontmatter containing name and description, a descriptive Markdown body for usage guidance, and optional resources directories.

The required frontmatter format for OpenClaw skills includes YAML fields for name and description, with an optional metadata block to ensure documentation standardization across implementations.

The best way to onboard new OpenClaw skill developers is to provide a reference template demonstrating the required frontmatter fields and standard Markdown body structure for consistent skill design.

You can scaffold a new OpenClaw skill without building from scratch by duplicating the example-skill structure, which serves as a ready-to-use blueprint for immediate development.

Optional resources directories are not strictly required when designing OpenClaw skills, but they can be included alongside the required YAML frontmatter and Markdown body for additional skill assets.

Documentation standardization for OpenClaw skills works by applying a consistent template structure with required YAML frontmatter and a descriptive Markdown body to ensure uniform implementation across projects.