system-prompt
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OpenClaw's 9-Layer System Prompt Architecture, Fully Decoded
A deep dive into the 9-layer system prompt architecture of OpenClaw Agent (v2.1) — from framework core to user-configurable hooks.
Cut Token Costs by 75%: A Practical Guide to System Prompt Layering
An AI Agent burns 34,500 tokens of system prompt every single conversation turn. The author used layered loading (always-on vs on-demand) plus a dual-model strategy to cut monthly costs from $568 down to $120-150 — a 75% reduction. Full breakdown with real numbers inside.
Steal My OpenClaw System Prompt: Turn It Into a Real Assistant (Not a Money Pit)
Everyone is installing OpenClaw raw, then wondering why organizing their Downloads folder cost $200. This prompt adds guardrails, cost awareness, and real utility — making it act like a chief of staff, not a chatbot.