What is covered under the troubleshooting tag?

This page groups OpenClaw posts tagged troubleshooting, including practical setup guides, troubleshooting notes, and implementation tips.

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Start from the newest troubleshooting article if you are fixing an issue now, then open deeper guide posts for architecture and best practices.

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Tag: troubleshooting

OpenClaw QQ Bot: Fix "Cannot find module 'ws'" (Extension Load Failure, 2026)

Your OpenClaw QQ Bot extension fails to load because Node can't find the 'ws' module? This guide shows how to confirm the failing plugin path, reinstall dependencies safely (npm/pnpm), and verify the fix via OpenClaw status + logs.

OpenClaw Skill Installed but Not Working? 3-Step Allowlist Fix (2026)

Skill installed but no response? Use a 3-step flow: verify install → allowlist → restart and validate.

OpenClaw `doctor --fix` vs `--repair`: Safe Recovery Guide (2026, With Rollback Mindset)

Running `openclaw doctor --fix --force` blindly can overwrite custom service config. This guide explains `--fix`/`--repair`/`--force` differences and gives a copy-paste safe recovery workflow.

OpenClaw `web_search` 500 Error: Tool Name Collision and Schema Fix Guide (2026)

A practical, evidence-based troubleshooting guide for OpenClaw error: 'Parameters of tool web_search must only have these properties:query' — with immediate mitigation and long-term prevention.

OpenClaw `channels status --probe`: 5-Minute Diagnosis for Bots That Are Online but Not Replying (2026)

If your OpenClaw bot is online but silent, checking gateway status alone is not enough. Use `openclaw channels status --probe` to pinpoint whether the root cause is channel credentials, group policy, networking, or model-layer failures.

OpenClaw v2026.3.2 Upgrade Regressions: 7 Common Issues and Fixes

A verified, evidence-first troubleshooting guide for OpenClaw v2026.3.2 upgrade regressions: compaction message loss, Invalid diff tool-call failures, contextTokens stuck after model switch, Telegram schema mismatches, and more.

OpenClaw `status` vs `gateway status`: 5-Minute Debug Flow for “Online but No Reply” (2026)

If your bot looks online but won’t reply, using the wrong status command can send you down the wrong path. This guide explains what `openclaw status` and `openclaw gateway status` each prove, with copy-ready commands and a verifiable debug flow.

OpenClaw Gateway Start Failed FAQ (2026): Linux + systemd Step-by-Step Fix

A practical OpenClaw Gateway startup troubleshooting guide for Linux: mode mismatch, EADDRINUSE port conflict, bind/auth rejection, and systemd crash recovery with copy-paste commands.

OpenClaw Proxy Series (2): How to fix `web_search` `fetch failed` (2026 Guide)

A practical runbook for users: when OpenClaw web_search/web_fetch keeps failing, how to diagnose, fix, and add reliable fallback behavior.

OpenClaw Telegram Bot Online but Not Replying: Webhook, 409 Conflict, and Permission Fix Checklist (2026)

Telegram bot shows online but doesn't reply? Follow this OpenClaw troubleshooting checklist step by step: gateway health, 409 conflicts, webhook routing, group permissions, model/API failures, and repair commands.

OpenClaw Deployment Troubleshooting Checklist (2026): Gateway Fails, Telegram Bot Silent, Chrome Relay Not Connecting

A practical, command-first guide to fix the three most common OpenClaw deployment failures: gateway startup errors, Telegram bot not replying, and Chrome Browser Relay connection timeouts.

OpenClaw Silent Message Loss / Replay: 2026 Delivery Reliability Troubleshooting Guide

A practical, evidence-backed guide to diagnose silent message loss, replay behavior, and delivery observability gaps in OpenClaw, based on real issues from the last 7 days.

OpenClaw Telegram 409 Conflict Fix (terminated by other getUpdates request) — 2026 Checklist

A command-first troubleshooting guide for the most common OpenClaw Telegram error: 409 Conflict from competing getUpdates clients. Covers duplicate instances, stale webhooks, systemd/docker overlap, and stable deployment patterns.

Cursor Update Broke Claude Code Plugin? 2026 Quick Fix Guide (Windows/macOS/Linux)

Fix Claude Code plugin failures after Cursor updates: unresponsive button, missing sidebar entry, endless loading, and connection errors.

OpenClaw Docker Startup Failure: Root Cause and Fix for non-loopback Control UI / allowedOrigins (2026)

Based on recent GitHub issues and release changes, this guide explains why OpenClaw fails to start with allowedOrigins errors in Docker/remote setups, and how to fix it safely.

OpenClaw Gateway Start Failed? 2026 Fix Checklist (mode=local, EADDRINUSE, auth bind)

A practical, command-first troubleshooting checklist for OpenClaw Gateway startup failures, covering gateway.mode, port conflicts, bind/auth safety, and systemd crash loops.

OpenClaw Telegram Bot Online but Not Replying: 10-Minute Fix Guide (2026)

Fix the most common OpenClaw + Telegram issue (bot appears online but never replies) with step-by-step commands: token checks, webhook conflicts, pairing/allowlist, group privacy mode, and deployment stability tips.

OpenClaw Chrome Browser Relay Not Connecting? Complete Fix Guide (2026)

Fix OpenClaw Chrome extension relay issues: tab not attaching, badge not turning on, WebSocket disconnects, browser actions failing. Step-by-step troubleshooting with exact commands.

OpenClaw Logs Explained: How to Read Error Logs & Debug Any Issue (2026)

Learn to read OpenClaw logs like a pro. Covers log levels, common error patterns (ECONNREFUSED, EADDRINUSE, 401/403 API errors, timeout crashes), and step-by-step debug workflows with exact commands.

OpenClaw Configuration File Explained: Structure, Common Errors & Fixes (2026)

A complete walkthrough of OpenClaw's openclaw.json config — core structure, required fields, model routing, plugin allowlists, and step-by-step fixes for schema validation failures, provider timeouts, and channel startup errors.

OpenClaw Install & First-Run Errors: Complete Troubleshooting Guide (2026)

Fix every common OpenClaw installation and first-run error — Node.js version mismatch, npm install failures, config validation errors, API key connection issues, systemd service setup, and port conflicts. Step-by-step commands included.

OpenClaw Telegram Bot Not Working? Complete Troubleshooting Guide (2026)

Fix every common OpenClaw + Telegram issue: silent bot, 401 errors, pairing failures, group chat problems, polling not working, and DNS/network issues. Step-by-step commands included.

OpenClaw Gateway Won't Start / Browser Relay Not Connecting: Complete Fix Guide (2026)

Step-by-step troubleshooting for the two most common OpenClaw issues: gateway fails to start (EADDRINUSE, mode errors, service crashes) and Chrome Browser Relay showing red exclamation mark or timing out. Every fix includes exact commands.

Fix: Duplicate OneDrive Icons in Windows 11 File Explorer

Seeing both 'OneDrive' and 'OneDrive - Personal' in your Windows 11 File Explorer sidebar? This is a known Microsoft registry bug. Here's exactly why it happens and how to fix it in under 3 minutes.

OpenClaw + Proxychains Setup and Troubleshooting (Claude Access)

Hands-on guide: configure Proxychains for OpenClaw with systemd, then fix common post-proxy issues like timeouts, 429 confusion, browser instability, and localhost routing mistakes.

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What is covered under this tag?

OpenClaw guides and troubleshooting posts related to troubleshooting.

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