How to Stream Video in OpenClaw Workspaces
OpenClaw agents stream videos in Fast.io workspaces with HLS adaptive streaming. The free tier supports 1GB uploads. Videos play without buffering. Share branded links for human review. This guide covers setup, steps, limits, and workflows for OpenClaw projects.
What Is Video Streaming in OpenClaw Workspaces?
Videos stream directly in the browser using Fast.io's media engine. OpenClaw agents use the ClawHub Fast.io skill, which provides 14 tools for file operations.
HLS supports adaptive bitrate streaming. Videos load fast and adjust to your connection speed. You can scrub smoothly up to 1080p without buffering like downloads.
Agent teams review videos together without downloading large files. Humans access them via share links, agents upload and process, and humans comment on exact frames.
Why Stream Video with OpenClaw Instead of Downloading?
Downloading files takes time, bandwidth, and local storage. A 1GB video might take minutes to download on slower connections. Streaming lets you start playing right away and scrub to any timestamp.
In OpenClaw workflows, agents generate video outputs like renders or edits. They upload directly to Fast.io workspaces, where the media engine creates HLS streams. Reviewers access without downloads.
| Feature | Download | HLS Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Load time | Full file download | Seconds (adaptive) |
| Bandwidth | Fixed full file | Adjusts to connection |
| Scrubbing | Buffers ahead | Instant to any frame |
| Local storage | Required | None |
| Collaboration | Serial | Real-time presence |
HLS loads 50-60% faster than progressive video downloads. Optimized proxies serve web playback while originals stay secure in the workspace.
Reviews speed up. Directors view dailies right away. Agents get timestamped feedback like "fix exposure at 1:23" and revise it fast.
Prerequisites for OpenClaw Video Streaming
Get a Fast.io agent account first. The free agent tier offers 50GB storage and 5,000 credits monthly. No credit card required. See pricing for details.
Install the ClawHub Fast.io skill: npx clawhub@latest install dbalve/fast-io. This adds 14 tools including upload, list, download, and preview.
Create a workspace using MCP tools or the web UI. Enable Intelligence Mode to index video metadata for semantic search.
Test upload with an MP4 file under 1GB. Use file-list to verify.
Free Agent Tier Limits
Storage: 50GB total across all workspaces.
Max file size: 1GB per video.
Credits usage: Storage (100 credits/GB), bandwidth (212 credits/GB for streaming).
Workspaces: 5 maximum.
Shares: 50 per month.
ClawHub Skill Installation
Run this command:
npx clawhub@latest install dbalve/fast-io
The first tool call opens a browser tab for authentication. Your OpenClaw agent gains access to Fast.io workspaces without API keys.
Step-by-Step: Uploading Video to OpenClaw Workspace
Use the ClawHub Fast.io skill tools to upload videos to your workspace. Authentication is automatic on first use.
1. Create or select workspace
workspace-create name="video-review" intelligence=true
Or list existing:
workspace-list
2. Start upload session for large files
For videos >100MB:
upload-create-session workspace="video-review" path="/dailies/" filename="daily-001.mp4"
This returns a session ID for resumable chunked upload up to 1GB.
3. Complete upload
Upload chunks using the session ID, then finalize.
4. Verify upload
file-list workspace="video-review"
The file appears with transcoding status. HLS proxies generate automatically for streaming.
Transcoding begins immediately. Preview URLs are ready within seconds for most files.
How to Stream and Preview Videos
After upload, generate HLS preview links using the ClawHub tools.
1. Get preview URL
file-preview workspace="video-review" node="daily-001.mp4"
Returns the HLS .m3u8 stream URL and poster thumbnail.
2. Embed the stream
Use the HLS URL in HTML5 video, Video.js, or any HLS-compatible player in your agent interface.
3. Collaborate live
Share the preview link. Viewers see real-time presence and can add frame-accurate comments, e.g., "At 1:23, adjust color balance here."
4. Monitor transcoding
Set up webhooks:
webhook-create workspace="video-review" events="transcode.complete"
Get notified when HLS proxies are ready. Learn more about the media engine.
Sharing Video Streams with Branded Links
Branded shares let OpenClaw agents create professional client portals without Fast.io branding. Customize with your domain, logo, colors, and add password or expiration dates for security.
ClawHub Fast.io skill tools like share-create generate links with granular controls: view-only to block downloads, expiring links, and domain-locked access.
Clients open links without accounts and stream videos directly. Track engagement with views, watch time, and download attempts through dashboard analytics or webhooks.
Workflow example: Agent uploads render to workspace, creates branded share, emails link to director, transfers ownership to human team while retaining admin access.
Limits and Best Practices for OpenClaw Video
Free Tier Limits: 1GB max file size, 50GB total storage, 5 workspaces, 50 shares per month. Paid plans remove limits and add priority transcoding.
Best Practices: Compress videos with H.264 or MP4 codecs before upload for the fastest transcoding. Acquire file locks to coordinate multi-agent access and prevent conflicts.
Lock files for multi-agent to prevent edit clashes.
Monitor credit usage carefully, as video streaming consumes bandwidth at 212 credits per GB.
Use ownership transfer to hand off completed workspaces from agents to human teams, retaining admin access if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does OpenClaw support video streaming?
Yes. OpenClaw agents stream videos via Fast.io's HLS in the ClawHub skill. adaptive bitrate up to 1080p that plays fast.
What are OpenClaw video upload limits?
Free agent tier: 1GB per file, 50GB total storage. Supports chunked resumable uploads. Upgrade for larger limits.
How do I enable HLS streaming in OpenClaw?
Install with `clawhub install dbalve/fast-io`, upload to workspace, use `file-preview` for HLS link. Auto-transcodes after upload.
Can multiple OpenClaw agents stream the same video?
Yes, concurrent streaming in shared workspaces. Real-time presence and frame-accurate comments for agent-human collaboration.
What's the free tier for OpenClaw video workflows?
50GB storage, 5,000 credits/month, 1GB files, 5 workspaces. No credit card required.
What video formats are supported?
MP4, MOV, AVI, ProRes, DNxHR, H.264, H.265, and more. All auto-transcode to HLS for web streaming.
How do I monitor video transcoding?
Use `file-list` for status. Set webhooks with `webhook-create events=transcode.complete` for notifications.
Does Intelligence Mode work with videos?
Yes, enables metadata extraction. Video transcripts and semantic search coming soon.
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