lobster

Automate multi-step workflows with human approval checkpoints.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill lobster-dioerden
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Skill: lobster
Source: https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault/tree/main/extensions/lobster
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill lobster-dioerden

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables deterministic, multi-step workflow automation with built-in approval gates for tasks that require human intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Step Workflow Automation: Automate workflows that involve multiple actions and require human approval at certain steps.
  • Approval Gates: Pause workflow execution and prompt for user approval before proceeding.
  • Use Case: Imagine you want to automatically process customer emails but need to approve replies before sending them. Use Lobster to set up a workflow that scans for new emails, suggests replies, and requests approval from an authorized user before proceeding.

Quick Start

Use the lobster skill to run a workflow that searches your Gmail for emails with a "newer_than:1d" query and classify them into "needs_reply", "needs_action", and "fyi" categories.

Frequently Asked Questions about lobster

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate multi-step workflows with human approval checkpoints?

Automating multi-step workflows with approval gates pauses execution at designated checkpoints to prompt for user authorization before proceeding. This deterministic execution mechanism suits email triage, monitoring, and sync tasks requiring human intervention before completing actions.

What is a resumable approval gate in task management automation?

A resumable approval gate in task management automation pauses a multi-step workflow and prompts for human approval before resuming execution. It ensures deterministic control over processes like email processing, where actions require explicit authorization before proceeding.

How do I set up email triage to classify and approve replies automatically?

Email triage automation runs a workflow that searches your Gmail with queries like "newer_than:1d" and classifies messages into categories such as "needs_reply" and "fyi". The workflow then suggests replies and requests approval from an authorized user before proceeding.

Do I need a specific executable to run deterministic workflow automation with approval gates?

Deterministic workflow automation with approval gates requires a specific executable and approval logic to function. This setup ensures multi-step workflows execute predictably and pause at designated checkpoints for human intervention before resuming.

When should I use deterministic workflow automation instead of fully automated processing?

Deterministic workflow automation is necessary when multi-step tasks require human approval before specific actions, such as sending email replies. It is suited for scenarios where fully automated processing lacks the oversight needed for critical decision points.