Overview

OpenClaw Windows Hub is a comprehensive companion suite for OpenClaw, the AI-powered personal assistant. This native Windows application enhances your OpenClaw experience with a sophisticated system tray application (WinUI 3), a shared client library, and command-line utilities. It seamlessly integrates with your OpenClaw gateway, providing quick access to core functionalities, diagnostics, and advanced node capabilities directly from your Windows desktop.

Key Features

• System Tray Application (WinUI 3): A modern, Windows 11-style tray icon with a rich flyout menu for immediate access to OpenClaw features. Includes a pixel-art lobster branding, dark/light mode support, and live status indicators.
• Quick Send Hotkey: Instantly send messages to your OpenClaw gateway with a global hotkey (Ctrl+Alt+Shift+C).
• Command Center & Diagnostics: A dense, all-in-one window for monitoring gateway health, channel status, session activity, usage data, and node inventory. Includes copyable repair commands and detailed diagnostics.
• Node Mode Capabilities: Transform your Windows PC into a controllable node. Allows the OpenClaw agent to execute commands, display notifications, control WebView2 instances, capture screen recordings and snapshots, utilize camera and microphone, perform speech-to-text, and access location data.
• Advanced Channel Control: Manage Telegram and WhatsApp channels directly from the tray menu.
• Toast Notifications: Receive clickable Windows notifications with smart categorization for important events.
• Deep Link Integration: Utilize the openclaw:// URL scheme for seamless automation and integration with other applications.
• First-Run Onboarding Wizard: A guided 6-screen setup process to simplify initial configuration and connection.
• CLI WebSocket Validator: A utility to validate WebSocket connectivity and send messages to your OpenClaw gateway outside the tray UI.
• Auto-Updates & Auto-Start: Ensures your companion app is always up-to-date and launches automatically with Windows.

Typical Use Cases

• Everyday AI Interaction: Quickly send messages, check status, and manage channels without interrupting your workflow, thanks to the system tray app and Quick Send hotkey.
• System Administration & Automation: Leverage Node Mode to remotely control your Windows machine for tasks such as running commands, deploying applications, or gathering system information via the OpenClaw agent.
• Development & Testing: Use the CLI validator and the rich diagnostic tools in the Command Center to troubleshoot and ensure seamless communication with your OpenClaw gateway.
• Enhanced Productivity: Integrate OpenClaw's AI capabilities directly into your Windows environment for a more responsive and integrated personal assistant experience.
• Remote Access & Control: Utilize the node capabilities for secure remote management and interaction with your Windows PC.