Nix Mode

Handle Clawdbot operations in Nix mode (configuration management, environment detection).

Audits

Pass

Agentic behavior and permission review.

Static analysisPass

Pattern checks against bundled files.

Multi-engine malware detections and file reputation.

Install

openclaw skills install nix-mode

Clawdbot Nix Mode Skill

This skill handles Clawdbot operations specifically when running in Nix mode.

Nix Mode Specific Features

Environment Detection

Detect when CLAWDBOT_NIX_MODE=1 is set
Identify Nix-managed configuration paths
Recognize Nix-specific error messages and behaviors

Configuration Management

Understand that auto-install flows are disabled in Nix mode
Guide users to proper Nix package management
Explain why certain self-modification features are unavailable

Path Handling

Recognize Nix store paths
Understand the difference between config and state directories
Handle CLAWDBOT_CONFIG_PATH and CLAWDBOT_STATE_DIR appropriately

Troubleshooting

Identify Nix-specific remediation messages
Guide users to proper dependency management via Nix
Explain the read-only Nix mode banner behavior

Usage Guidelines

When operating in Nix mode:

Do not attempt to auto-install dependencies
Direct users to Nix package management instead
Respect the immutable nature of Nix installations
Advise on proper configuration practices for Nix environments