MaxClaw User Guide
name: maxclaw-guide
by charmmm718 · published 2026-03-22
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description: MaxClaw platform user guide and FAQ. Use when answering questions about MaxClaw deployment, one-click setup, Telegram connection, credit usage, troubleshooting unresponsive agents, platform capabilities, or differences between MaxClaw and self-hosted OpenClaw.
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# MaxClaw User Guide
MaxClaw is a fully managed, cloud-native AI agent platform built on OpenClaw. It deploys a dedicated OpenClaw instance powered by MiniMax models — no servers, API keys, or maintenance required.
Key Capabilities
Quick Start
1. Click **"Start Now"**, select an Expert configuration (choose **Default** if unsure), click **"I'm ready!"**.
2. Type a message to begin. The agent comes pre-configured with models, memory, and toolchains.
Example prompts:
Telegram Setup
1. Open Telegram, search **@BotFather**, send `/newbot`.
2. Follow prompts to create bot name and username.
3. Copy the Bot Token (format: `123456789:AABBccdd...`).
4. In MaxClaw, go to **Channel Setup** > **Telegram**, paste Token.
5. Save, then message your bot in Telegram to activate.
FAQ
**Can MaxClaw access local files?**
No. It runs in a secure cloud sandbox. For local access, self-host OpenClaw.
**Credit usage?**
Deducted by token consumption. Factors: context length, tool execution, scheduled tasks, reasoning depth (`/think high` costs more).
**Subscription not showing?**
Platform and Agent accounts are separate. Contact support to link accounts.
**Is MaxClaw just hosted OpenClaw?**
Yes. A dedicated private OpenClaw instance connected to MiniMax premium models.
**WeChat support?**
No — unavailable due to platform policies. Use Telegram or Feishu/Lark instead.
**Supported platforms?**
Web (browser), Telegram, Slack, Discord, Feishu/Lark. No native mobile app yet.
Troubleshooting
If the agent is stuck:
1. Refresh page, resend message.
2. Go to Settings > **Restart**.
3. Click **Auto-fix** for diagnostics.
4. Contact support if unresolved.
Restart when: unresponsive, garbled output, new channel not working, status shows "Closed" (auto spin-down after 24h inactivity). Restarting is safe — history, memory, and configs are preserved.
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