A tighter control layer
OpenClaw 2026.6.11 focuses on cleaner operator control, safer plugin distribution, and fewer rough edges when agent runs stretch long or bounce across channels.
More capable channel control
Messaging and routing get a noticeable upgrade in this release.
- Slack relay mode: Channel operations can now be tuned with more flexible relay behavior.
- Mattermost support: Native /oc_queue handling makes queued operations easier to automate.
- Per-DM overrides: Direct-message routing can use its own model settings without affecting broader channel policy.
Richer operator workflows
The release adds practical ways to wake or steer work without forcing everything through the same path.
- File-driven runs:
openclaw agent --message-filesupports cleaner message-based automation. - Remote wake-ups: The RAFT CLI wake bridge gives operators another way to trigger work from outside the main flow.
- Less friction: These paths reduce hand-built glue for recurring ops tasks.
Safer plugin distribution
Plugin packaging gets cleaner and easier to trust.
- Externalized plugins: More official plugins are shipped outside the core bundle in a tidy way.
- Bundled metadata: Installed clients can use plugin icon metadata directly.
- Lower setup overhead: Less manual wiring when clients sync their plugin inventory.
Stronger mobile operations
Android users get clearer control over settings on the device itself.
- Detail panels: Settings detail panels improve visibility and control on mobile.
- Better operator context: More of the important state is available without jumping back to desktop.
More reliable agent turns
Long-running work is less likely to drift or lose progress.
- Partial deltas: Codex partial deltas are handled more cleanly.
- Harness activation: Harness activation is steadier across runs.
- Prompt cache stability: Long-context stability is improved, which helps keep larger sessions coherent.
Technical Notes
- Canonical release key: 2026.6.11 from the official latest-release API.
- Operator focus: Better wake paths, better channel control, fewer surprises.
- Platform balance: Improvements cover routing, distribution, and runtime steadiness together.
Upgrade Guide
Who should upgrade?
- Operators managing multiple channels or direct-message routing
- Teams using remote wake paths or file-based message workflows
- Anyone relying on long-running agent turns or plugin-heavy setups
How to upgrade
Update your installation from the terminal:
openclaw update
FAQ
What changed in channel control?
OpenClaw now has more capable channel operations, including Slack relay mode, native Mattermost /oc_queue support, and per-DM model overrides.
What is the new operator workflow support?
The release adds practical file-driven and remote wake-up paths through openclaw agent --message-file and the RAFT CLI wake bridge.
How is plugin distribution safer?
Additional official plugins are externalized cleanly, and installed clients can use bundled plugin icon metadata without extra manual wiring.
What got more reliable for agent turns?
Codex partial deltas, harness activation, and long-context prompt-cache stability all reduce lost progress and inconsistent runs.
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