name: lowes
description: Enables Claude to browse Lowe's products, manage lists, and track orders
version: 1.0.0
author: Canifi
category: ecommerce

Lowe's Skill

Overview

Automates Lowe's operations including home improvement product search, list management, and order tracking through browser automation. Note: Actual purchases are not automated.

Quick Install

curl -sSL https://canifi.com/skills/lowes/install.sh | bash

Or manually:

cp -r skills/lowes ~/.canifi/skills/

Setup

Configure via canifi-env:

# First, ensure canifi-env is installed:
# curl -sSL https://canifi.com/install.sh | bash

canifi-env set LOWES_EMAIL "[email protected]"
canifi-env set LOWES_PASSWORD "your-password"

Privacy & Authentication

Your credentials, your choice. Canifi LifeOS respects your privacy.

Option 1: Manual Browser Login (Recommended)

If you prefer not to share credentials with Claude Code:
1. Complete the Browser Automation Setup using CDP mode
2. Login to the service manually in the Playwright-controlled Chrome window
3. Claude will use your authenticated session without ever seeing your password

Option 2: Environment Variables

If you're comfortable sharing credentials, you can store them locally:

canifi-env set SERVICE_EMAIL "your-email"
canifi-env set SERVICE_PASSWORD "your-password"

Note: Credentials stored in canifi-env are only accessible locally on your machine and are never transmitted.

Capabilities

• Search tools and materials
• Add items to lists
• Track order status
• Check store inventory
• Find deals of the day
• Access MyLowe's benefits
• View project ideas
• Browse by department

Usage Examples

Example 1: Search Products

User: "Find lawn mowers at Lowe's"
Claude: I'll search for lawn mowers.
- Navigate to lowes.com
- Search "lawn mower"
- Filter by type and brand
- Sort by rating
- Present top options

Example 2: Check Store Availability

User: "Is this available at my local Lowe's?"
Claude: I'll check availability.
- Navigate to product page
- Check local store inventory
- View aisle location
- Report stock status

Example 3: Find Daily Deals

User: "What's on deal at Lowe's today?"
Claude: I'll find today's deals.
- Navigate to deals section
- Browse daily discounts
- Note significant savings
- Present best offers

Example 4: Track Order

User: "Track my Lowe's order"
Claude: I'll check your order.
- Navigate to Order History
- Find recent order
- Check delivery status
- Report tracking info

Authentication Flow

1. Navigate to lowes.com via Playwright MCP
2. Click Sign In
3. Enter email from canifi-env
4. Enter password
5. Handle 2FA if enabled (notify user via iMessage)
6. Verify account access
7. Maintain session cookies

Error Handling

• Login Failed: Clear cookies, verify credentials
• Session Expired: Re-authenticate automatically
• 2FA Required: iMessage for verification code
• Out of Stock: Check nearby stores
• Store Not Found: Verify zip code
• Order Not Found: Check order number
• MyLowe's Error: Check account status
• Delivery Unavailable: Check shipping options

Self-Improvement Instructions

When encountering new Lowe's features:
1. Document new UI elements
2. Add support for new features
3. Log successful patterns
4. Update for Lowe's changes

Notes

• MyLowe's loyalty program
• Pro rewards for contractors
• Free store pickup
• Installation services
• Price match guarantee
• Military discount available
• Appliance delivery options