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Hands-Free Voice Wake Notes

This OpenClaw use case shows hands-free wake-word capture for ideas and tasks while walking or commuting, so nothing gets lost before you reach your desk.

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"I say the wake word and OpenClaw captures tasks while I'm walking."

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๐Ÿ“– Overview

Use Voice Wake & Talk Mode to capture tasks, reminders, and messages hands-free across devices. It works especially well during commutes, walks, and other moments when typing is inconvenient. The walkthrough covers prerequisites, setup order, and practical commands so you can move from first run to repeatable production use. Steps are tailored for Any workflows with clear checkpoints that reduce hidden dependencies. Use the outcomes and pro tips sections to improve reliability, cut manual effort, and adapt the flow to your team.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • OpenClaw installed and running (Node.js 22+)
  • Microphone access on macOS/iOS/Android
  • Voice Mode enabled (ElevenLabs supported)

๐Ÿš€ Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 1: Install OpenClaw

Run the onboarding command to install the daemon for background listening.

Terminal
openclaw onboard --install-daemon
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Step 2: Enable Voice Wake

Turn on Voice Wake & Talk Mode in settings and choose a wake word.

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Step 3: Capture tasks hands-free

Say the wake word, then dictate tasks, notes, or messages.

โœ… Results

Hands-free capture during commutes
Consistent voice experience across devices
Faster note taking without typing

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tips

  • โ†’ Use a distinct wake word to avoid false triggers
  • โ†’ Pair voice capture with your task or notes skills

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