The workspace configuration file for OpenClaw's behavior and tools
AGENTS.md (also sometimes called the workspace config) defines the operational rules for an OpenClaw workspace — what tools are available, what files the agent can access, what commands it can run, and how it should behave in the development environment.
OpenClaw reads AGENTS.md when initializing a workspace and uses it to understand the scope of what it's allowed to do. This file typically documents available tools, approved commands, file structure conventions, and context about the project the agent is working in. For Clawfleet deployments, this is pre-configured for your specific use case.
AGENTS.md is the safety and scoping layer. It prevents an agent from doing things outside its intended role and gives it enough context to be effective within that role. Well-configured AGENTS.md files result in agents that are both more capable (they know what tools to use) and safer (they know what not to touch).
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