OpenClaw Setup Guide

Installation

Start by pulling the latest version and installing dependencies. We recommend using Node.js v20+ for optimal performance.

Basic Configuration

The magic happens in your openclaw.json file. Here is the recommended baseline config to prevent token bleed.

{
  "model": "claude-3-5-sonnet-latest",
  "temperature": 0.2, // Low temp for coding tasks
  "max_tokens": 4096,
  "tools": {
    "file_search": true,
    "terminal": true
  },
  "optimization": {
    "auto_reset_context_threshold": 30000
  }
}

Pro-tip: Choose Anthropic first for complex reasoning, but keep the temperature low (0.0 to 0.2) if you're writing code or analyzing data.

Add Your API Keys

Set up your environment variables. Never commit this file!