context7-docs
Fetches up-to-date, version-specific documentation and code examples for any programming library or framework from Context7. Use this skill when the user needs current API docs, code examples, setup guides, or configuration help for any library, package, or framework — especially when you are unsure if your training data is current. Activate when the user mentions needing docs, examples, or asks about library APIs, versions, or configuration.
Why use this skill?
Fetch up-to-date documentation, version-specific code examples, and migration guides for thousands of libraries directly within your OpenClaw agent workflow.
Install via CLI (Recommended)
clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/jaylane/context7-docsWhat This Skill Does
The context7-docs skill provides the OpenClaw agent with a specialized interface to interact with the Context7 knowledge engine. This skill bridges the gap between static training data and the rapidly evolving software ecosystem. By integrating this skill, the agent gains the ability to query, parse, and utilize live documentation, setup guides, and version-specific code examples for thousands of modern libraries and frameworks. It operates through a robust two-step workflow: first, identifying the precise library ID, and second, extracting high-fidelity technical content via direct API integration. This ensures that the agent provides answers based on the latest available documentation rather than potentially stale internal knowledge.
Installation
To integrate this skill into your OpenClaw environment, execute the following command in your terminal:
clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/jaylane/context7-docs
Ensure that you have your CONTEXT7_API_KEY environment variable configured to allow the agent to authorize requests against the Context7 infrastructure.
Use Cases
Use this skill whenever you require precise, up-to-date information on third-party software. It is particularly effective for:
- Migrating applications between major versions (e.g., React 17 to 18).
- Implementing complex authentication flows that rely on current security practices.
- Troubleshooting configuration issues in fast-moving libraries like Next.js, Supabase, or LangChain.
- Generating boilerplate code that adheres to the latest syntax and security standards.
- Validating whether a deprecated method still exists or has been replaced in recent releases.
Example Prompts
- "How do I set up authentication in Next.js 14 using the App Router? Use context7 to check the latest docs."
- "Find me the current documentation and a code example for implementing a custom vector store with LangChain version 0.2."
- "Is the 'getServerSideProps' method still the recommended way to handle data fetching in the latest Next.js release? Please look it up."
Tips & Limitations
To get the best results, always be specific with your library names and version requirements. If the initial lookup returns multiple results, prioritize libraries with higher benchmark scores and high source reputation. Note that this skill requires active internet connectivity to fetch live data. If you are working in an air-gapped environment or if the Context7 API is unreachable, the skill will fail to retrieve documentation. Always verify that the retrieved version ID matches the specific environment constraints of your current project to avoid runtime errors caused by syntax mismatches.
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{
"plugins": {
"official-jaylane-context7-docs": {
"enabled": true,
"auto_update": true
}
}
}Tags(AI)
Flags: external-api