configure-OpenClaw

Overview

Safely modify ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json with minimal, validated patches. OpenClaw uses strict schema validation — unknown fields or malformed values prevent startup. Every edit must be correct before writing.

Safe Edit Process

digraph config_edit {
    "READ current config" [shape=box];
    "ANALYZE user intent" [shape=box];
    "Need detail on unfamiliar field?" [shape=diamond];
    "Fetch live docs (WebFetch)" [shape=box];
    "PROPOSE: explain + minimal patch" [shape=box];
    "User confirms?" [shape=diamond];
    "APPLY: deep merge + write" [shape=box];
    "Abort" [shape=box];