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How to Create Custom Telegram Bot Commands
Step-by-step guide: How to Create Custom Telegram Bot Commands. Easy to follow with screenshots and examples.
Same as WhatsApp custom commands, on Telegram side. Bonus: Telegram bots can expose commands in the autocomplete menu via /setcommands in BotFather.
Prerequisites
- Telegram bot active.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Dashboard → Custom commands → New
- 2
Register the command with BotFather
/setcommands so it appears in the user's autocomplete.
/setcommands - 3
Test
Type / in the chat; the command should appear in the dropdown.
Expected result
Custom commands discoverable via Telegram's native UI.
Frequently asked questions
How many can I register?
Telegram cap: 100 commands per bot.
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