TipsIntermediate15 min

OpenClaw Tips & Tricks for Power Users

Advanced techniques to get the most out of OpenClaw.


1. Multi-Agent Routing

Run different agents for different purposes with `openclaw agents`. Each gets its own workspace, memory, and config.


2. Cron Scheduling

Built-in cron for recurring tasks: `openclaw cron`. Perfect for daily summaries, email checks, calendar reminders.


3. Heartbeat Monitoring

Configure your agent's `HEARTBEAT.md` for proactive monitoring of email, calendar, system health, and market data.


4. Browser Automation

`openclaw browser start` — control an isolated browser or relay through your existing Chrome tabs via the extension.


5. Node Pairing

Connect phones and tablets: `openclaw nodes`. Access camera, notifications, location services from your agent.


6. Profile Isolation

openclaw --profile work gateway start
openclaw --profile personal gateway start

Each profile gets independent config, state, and channels.


7. Workspace Organization

  • `skills/` — Custom skill folders
  • `tools/` — Utility scripts
  • `memory/` — Daily memory files (auto-managed)
  • `apps/` — Custom applications and dashboards

  • 8. Canvas for Visual Output

    Use `openclaw dashboard` to open the Control UI for real-time agent activity visualization.