The Complete Guide: How to Install Skills for Your Agent

This is an English translation of the original Chinese article.

Your agent is only as capable as the skills it has. Here's how to install them properly.

Method 1: Using OpenClaw CLI

# Search for skills
openclaw skill search "web scraping"

# Install a skill
openclaw skill install skill-name

# List installed skills
openclaw skill list

Method 2: Manual Installation

1. Download the skill from GitHub or skills.sh
2. Extract to your skills directory (usually ~/.openclaw/workspace/skills/)
3. Restart your agent

Method 3: Using ClawHub

# Browse available skills
clawhub search

# Install from ClawHub
clawhub install skill-name

Best Practices

• Start small: Install only what you need
• Check dependencies: Some skills require others
• Read documentation: Understand configuration options
• Test before production: Verify the skill works as expected

Troubleshooting

Skill not loading? Check the skill directory structure and SKILL.md file.

Permission errors? Ensure proper file permissions on the skill directory.

Dependencies missing? Install required packages listed in the skill's requirements.

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