> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.apiyi.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Usage Guide

> OpenClaw usage methods, core skills, common commands, and practical examples

## Usage Methods

### Method 1: Web UI (Recommended)

The simplest method, no external services required:

```bash theme={null}
openclaw dashboard
```

Your browser will open `http://127.0.0.1:18789/` where you can chat directly in the web interface.

<Tip>
  Web UI is the recommended method as it works directly without any proxy requirements.
</Tip>

### Method 2: Telegram Bot

1. Search for `@BotFather` on Telegram
2. Send `/newbot` to create a bot
3. Get the Bot Token
4. Enter the Token during `openclaw onboard`

<Warning>
  If you're in a region where Telegram requires a proxy:

  ```bash theme={null}
  export https_proxy=http://127.0.0.1:proxy-port
  export http_proxy=http://127.0.0.1:proxy-port
  openclaw gateway restart
  ```
</Warning>

### Method 3: Other Platforms

OpenClaw also supports:

* WhatsApp (scan QR to connect)
* Discord (requires creating a Bot)
* Slack, Signal, iMessage, Microsoft Teams, etc.

## Core Skills

OpenClaw comes with rich built-in skills for various tasks:

### File Operations

| Skill | Function |
| - | - |
| `fs.read` | Read files (text/images) |
| `fs.write` | Write/create files |
| `fs.edit` | Edit file content |

### System Operations

| Skill | Function |
| - | - |
| `shell.exec` | Execute terminal commands |
| `shell.process` | Manage running commands |
| `browser.*` | Browser automation (open pages, screenshot, click, etc.) |

### Smart Features

| Skill | Function |
| - | - |
| `web_search` | Web search |
| `web_fetch` | Fetch web content |
| `memory_search` | Search memory |
| `memory_get` | Retrieve memory |
| `cron.*` | Scheduled tasks (reminders, automation) |
| `tts` | Text-to-speech |

## Common Commands

### Terminal Commands

| Command | Function |
| - | - |
| `openclaw onboard` | Run setup wizard |
| `openclaw gateway start` | Start Gateway service |
| `openclaw gateway restart` | Restart Gateway service |
| `openclaw gateway stop` | Stop Gateway service |
| `openclaw status` | Check running status |
| `openclaw doctor` | Diagnose configuration issues |
| `openclaw doctor --fix` | Auto-fix configuration issues |
| `openclaw dashboard` | Open Web control panel |
| `openclaw logs --follow` | View real-time logs |
| `openclaw configure` | Modify configuration |
| `openclaw update` | Update to latest version |

### Chat Commands

Commands available in the chat window:

| Command | Function |
| - | - |
| `/help` | Show help |
| `/new` | Start new conversation |
| `/reset` | Reset conversation |
| `/stop` | Stop current task |
| `/think <level>` | Set thinking depth |
| `/model <id>` | Switch model |
| `/verbose on/off` | Toggle verbose mode |
| `/status` | Check status |
| `/skills` | View available skills |

## Usage Examples

Chat naturally with OpenClaw and it will understand and execute tasks:

### File Operations

```text theme={null}
> Create a test.txt file on my desktop with content "hello world"

> Read the content of ~/Documents/notes.txt

> Move all .png files from desktop to Pictures folder
```

### Terminal Commands

```text theme={null}
> List all files on my desktop

> Check current system memory usage

> Install the Python requests library
```

### Browser Control

```text theme={null}
> Open browser and visit google.com

> Search for the latest MacBook Pro prices

> Take a screenshot of the current webpage
```

### Scheduled Tasks

```text theme={null}
> Remind me to drink water every day at 9am

> Remind me to take a break every hour

> Remind me about the meeting tomorrow at 3pm
```

### Programming Assistance

```text theme={null}
> Write a Python script to batch rename files

> What's wrong with this code: [paste code]

> Create a simple HTML page for me
```

## Recommended Models

OpenClaw supports 400+ mainstream AI models through APIYI. Choose the right model for different tasks.

<Card title="View Model Recommendations" icon="star" href="/en/api-capabilities/model-info">
  Check the latest scenario-based model recommendations, including text creation, programming, quick response, long document processing, and more.
</Card>

### Scenario-Based Recommendations

| Task Type | Recommended Model | Reason |
| - | - | - |
| Complex Task Execution | Claude Sonnet 4 | Strong comprehension, accurate execution |
| Daily Conversation | GPT-5.4 | Natural responses, good versatility |
| Code Writing | DeepSeek V3.2 | Strong coding ability, cost-effective |
| Long Document Processing | Gemini 3.1 Pro | Supports ultra-long context |


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