rtk-ai/rtk

OpenClaw plugin not working with OpenClaw v2026.5.7

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#1,810 opened on May 9, 2026

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Description

Issue

The OpenClaw plugin from openclaw/ directory does not intercept exec tool calls in OpenClaw v2026.5.7. The before_tool_call hook never fires.

Setup

  • RTK CLI v0.39.0 (brew install)
  • OpenClaw v2026.5.7 (macOS arm64)
  • Plugin installed manually (copied files to global node_modules)

What works

  • rtk git status manually: 687 chars vs 1540 chars (55% savings)
  • Plugin shows "enabled" in openclaw plugins list

What doesn't

  • before_tool_call hook never intercepts exec commands
  • openclaw plugins install ./openclaw fails: "package.json missing openclaw.extensions"

The plugin (PR #358, March 2026) uses api.on("before_tool_call", ...) but current OpenClaw appears to have changed its plugin/hook API. Would appreciate guidance on correct API for v2026.5.7.

Contributor guide

Research direction
Investigate the OpenClaw plugin hook API changes between versions. Look at the OpenClaw source code for the current plugin system, particularly the 'before tool call' event. Check the repository's recent commits or documentation for any migration guide.
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