openclaw/docs/cli/agent.md

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summary: "CLI reference for `clawdbot agent` (send one agent turn via the Gateway)"
read_when:
  - You want to run one agent turn from scripts (optionally deliver reply)
---

# `clawdbot agent`

Run an agent turn via the Gateway (use `--local` for embedded).
Use `--agent <id>` to target a configured agent directly.

Related:
- Agent send tool: [Agent send](/tools/agent-send)

## Examples

```bash
clawdbot agent --to +15555550123 --message "status update" --deliver
clawdbot agent --agent ops --message "Summarize logs"
clawdbot agent --session-id 1234 --message "Summarize inbox" --thinking medium
clawdbot agent --agent ops --message "Generate report" --deliver --reply-channel slack --reply-to "#reports"
```