add-telegram

Integrate Telegram as a control or notification channel for MicroClaw using grammy and TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cosmin/microclaw --skill add-telegram-cosmin
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-telegram
Source: https://github.com/cosmin/microclaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-telegram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cosmin/microclaw --skill add-telegram-cosmin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Integrates Telegram as a controllable or notification channel for MicroClaw, allowing Telegram to replace or run alongside WhatsApp and to function as control-only or passive channel.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Replace WhatsApp or run alongside it
  • Control channel (triggers actions) or notification channel
  • Telegram bot setup via token, chat IDs, and configuration
  • Telegram message storage and handling integrated with the existing store/processing loop
  • Support for non-text content via placeholders (photos, videos, etc.)
  • Automatic translation of Telegram mentions into trigger patterns for reliable activation

Quick Start

Install Grammy, create a Telegram bot, obtain the bot token, set TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN in your environment, and start the bot.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-telegram

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I integrate a Telegram bot as a chat channel for agent actions?▼

You can use this integration to run Telegram alongside WhatsApp or replace it entirely, functioning either as a control channel for triggering actions or as a passive notification channel across your chats.

Can I run Telegram alongside WhatsApp or replace it entirely?▼

You can use this integration to run Telegram alongside WhatsApp or replace it entirely, functioning either as a control channel for triggering actions or as a passive notification channel across your chats.

How does the Telegram integration handle non-text messages like photos and videos?▼

The integration automatically translates Telegram mentions into trigger patterns, ensuring reliable activation of your agent processing loop when messages are received from chats.

Do I need a specific bot token to enable Telegram notifications?▼

The integration relies on the existing message loop for agent processing, storing Telegram messages directly so they trigger actions seamlessly without requiring a separate processing pipeline.

Why are my Telegram mentions not triggering actions in the agent loop?▼

Yes, the integration supports selective message notification across chats, allowing you to configure specific chat IDs to receive alerts or trigger agent actions based on your setup.