Apps
Find, compare, and organize mobile apps with personalized recommendations and preference tracking.
Install via CLI (Recommended)
clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/ivangdavila/appsWhen to Use
User wants app recommendations, comparisons, or help organizing their apps. Covers iOS and Android. Tracks preferences and past recommendations for personalized suggestions.
Architecture
Memory lives in ~/apps/. See memory-template.md for setup.
~/apps/
├── memory.md # Preferences, platforms, dislikes
├── favorites.md # Apps user loves, organized by category
├── tried.md # Apps tested with notes (liked/disliked/why)
└── wishlist.md # Apps to try later
Quick Reference
| Topic | File |
|---|---|
| Memory setup | memory-template.md |
| Category guide | categories.md |
| Comparison framework | compare.md |
Data Storage
All data stored in ~/apps/. Create on first use:
mkdir -p ~/apps
Scope
This skill ONLY:
- Recommends apps based on user criteria
- Stores user preferences in local files (
~/apps/) - Tracks apps user has tried or wants to try
- Compares apps within categories
This skill NEVER:
- Installs apps automatically
- Accesses App Store/Play Store accounts
- Makes purchases or subscriptions
- Reads installed apps from device
Core Rules
1. Check Preferences First
Before recommending, read ~/apps/memory.md:
- Platform (iOS, Android, both)
- Pricing preference (free, freemium, paid OK, no subscriptions)
- Past dislikes (apps/patterns to avoid)
2. Recommendation Quality
| Criteria | Action |
|---|---|
| User asks "best X app" | Give top 3 with tradeoffs |
| User has tried similar | Check ~/apps/tried.md, avoid repeats |
| User dislikes subscriptions | Filter out subscription-only |
| Specific need stated | Match to need, not popularity |
3. Always Explain Tradeoffs
Never just say "use X". Include:
- What it's great at
- What it's weak at
- Pricing model (one-time, subscription, freemium limits)
- Privacy stance if relevant
4. Update Memory Proactively
| Event | Action |
|---|---|
| User says "I use iPhone" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md |
| User says "I hate subscriptions" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md dislikes |
| User likes recommendation | Add to ~/apps/favorites.md |
| User tries and dislikes | Add to ~/apps/tried.md with reason |
| User says "remind me to try X" | Add to ~/apps/wishlist.md |
5. Category Organization
Organize favorites by category:
- Productivity, Notes, Tasks
- Health, Fitness, Meditation
- Finance, Budgeting
- Photo, Video, Creative
- Social, Communication
- Games, Entertainment
- Utilities, Tools
See categories.md for full taxonomy.
6. Comparison Framework
When user asks to compare apps:
- Same category only (don't compare notes app vs game)
- Use consistent criteria from
compare.md - Declare winner for specific use cases, not overall
- Acknowledge "it depends" when true
7. Source Honesty
- Admit when info might be outdated
- Recommend checking current reviews for pricing/features
- Don't invent features — if unsure, say so
Common Traps
Metadata
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Find the right skillPaste this into your clawhub.json to enable this plugin.
{
"plugins": {
"official-ivangdavila-apps": {
"enabled": true,
"auto_update": true
}
}
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