Lobster

Automate multi-step workflows with optional approval checkpoints and resume tokens.

Updated Apr 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw --skill lobster-wuv-dreamguide
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Skill: Lobster
Source: https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw/tree/main/extensions/lobster
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wuv-dreamguide/openclaw --skill lobster-wuv-dreamguide

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Lobster executes multi-step workflows with approval checkpoints, enabling repeatable automation that can pause for human input when needed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Deterministic multi-step pipelines with optional approvals
  • Approval gates with resume tokens to pause and resume work
  • Resumable workflows that can be driven by external task flows

Quick Start

Run a sample pipeline to see Lobster orchestrate steps and prompt for approval when needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lobster

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

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

Multi-step workflow automation with human approval checkpoints is executed by applying optional approval gates and resume tokens, allowing pipelines to pause for human input and then resume deterministic execution seamlessly.

What is the best way to pause an automation pipeline for manual oversight?

Pausing an automation pipeline for manual oversight is handled using approval gates equipped with resume tokens, which suspend workflow execution until external human input is provided to resume the sequential steps.

Can I resume a timed-out multi-step automation workflow from a specific checkpoint?

Resuming a timed-out multi-step automation workflow from a specific checkpoint is supported through resumable flows driven by external task tokens, ensuring deterministic outputs and reliable recovery without restarting the pipeline.

How do approval gates handle timeouts in sequential automation pipelines?

Approval gates handle timeouts in sequential automation pipelines by utilizing envelope-based results and resume tokens, ensuring deterministic outputs and preventing workflow blockage when external input is delayed.

Does this workflow automation tool require any external dependencies to run?

Running this workflow automation tool requires no external dependencies, allowing you to implement multi-step pipelines, approval checkpoints, and resumable flows directly within your existing environment.

Why use resume tokens for managing external task flows in automation pipelines?

Resume tokens manage external task flows in automation pipelines by providing a deterministic reference point to pause and resume execution, ensuring sequential steps remain synchronized with external approval triggers.