openclaw-setup

Install, configure, diagnose, and manage the OpenClaw personal AI assistant via CLI.

Updated Jul 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Grong/openhub-client --skill openclaw-setup-grong
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openclaw-setup
Source: https://github.com/Grong/openhub-client/tree/main/crates/backend/openhub-app/assets/builtin-skills/openclaw-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Grong/openhub-client --skill openclaw-setup-grong

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What problem does it solve? Setting up and operating the OpenClaw personal AI assistant involves many moving parts—Gateway services, channels, agents, workspaces, and configuration files—and users often get stuck on installation errors, PATH issues, or service failures without clear guidance. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Guided Installation & Deployment: Walks through npm/pnpm/bun installation, the onboarding wizard, and Gateway service setup on launchd or systemd. - Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Uses openclaw doctor, gateway status checks, and log inspection to fix startup failures, authentication errors, and channel connection problems. - Agent & Automation Management: Covers creating agents, configuring channels, scheduling cron tasks, webhooks, and multi-agent routing. - Use Case: A user reports "openclaw command not found" after installing via npm. The skill runs environment diagnostics, identifies that the npm global bin directory is missing from PATH, and provides the absolute-path workaround. ## Quick Start Help me install OpenClaw and verify that the Gateway service is running correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions about openclaw-setup

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How do I install OpenClaw on macOS or Linux?

Install OpenClaw globally with npm install -g openclaw@latest, then run openclaw onboard --install-daemon to complete the guided setup. Node.js 22.19 or later is required, with Node 24 recommended.

How do I fix openclaw command not found after npm install?

The npm global bin directory is likely missing from your PATH. Run npm bin -g to find it, then invoke the CLI with its absolute path, or add that directory to your shell PATH configuration.

How do I diagnose OpenClaw Gateway startup failures?

Run openclaw doctor for automated health checks, then verify gateway.mode is set with openclaw config get gateway.mode. Also check whether port 18789 is occupied and review Gateway logs via launchd or journalctl.

Does OpenClaw support running multiple instances?

Yes, you can run multiple instances by setting OPENCLAW_CONFIG_PATH and OPENCLAW_STATE_DIR environment variables to separate config files and state directories, each with its own Gateway port.

How do I completely uninstall OpenClaw?

Stop the Gateway, uninstall the npm global package, delete the ~/.openclaw directory, and remove the launchd plist or systemd service file. Verify removal by checking that the openclaw command and services no longer exist.