add-telegram

Integrate Telegram as a MolClaw channel with token setup and chat registration.

30|2|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw --skill add-telegram-idea-xl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-telegram
Source: https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/add-telegram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw --skill add-telegram-idea-xl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Integrates Telegram as a native MolClaw channel, enabling multi-channel communication and flexible channel modes (replacement, alongside, control, or notification) to fit diverse deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Telegram channel implementation: Follows the MolClaw Channel interface to route inbound/outbound messages, manage chat metadata, and support per-chat registration.
  • Flexible channel modes: Supports replacing WhatsApp, running alongside it, serving as a control channel that triggers actions without full output, or as a notification-only channel.
  • Registration and setup workflow: Guides token creation, bot setup, and chat registration to securely join Telegram into the MolClaw runtime.

Quick Start

Configure TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN in your environment (and optionally TELEGRAM_ONLY), start MolClaw, and register chats with /chatid to retrieve chat IDs.

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 with MolClaw for multi-channel messaging?▼

To add Telegram as a MolClaw channel, configure the TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN environment variable, start MolClaw, and register chats using the /chatid command. This securely joins Telegram into the MolClaw runtime and routes inbound messages to the agent.

What are the different channel modes available when adding Telegram to MolClaw?▼

Telegram channel integration in MolClaw supports four flexible modes: replacement to substitute WhatsApp, alongside to run concurrently, control to trigger actions without full output, and notification for receiving alerts only.

Can I use Telegram to replace or run alongside WhatsApp in MolClaw?▼

Yes, you can configure Telegram as a MolClaw channel to either replace WhatsApp entirely or run alongside it. You can also set the optional TELEGRAM_ONLY environment variable to restrict messaging to Telegram.

How do I retrieve chat IDs to register Telegram chats in MolClaw?▼

To retrieve chat IDs for Telegram chat registration in MolClaw, send the /chatid command within your Telegram bot chat. This completes the setup workflow and binds the chat metadata to the MolClaw runtime.

Do I need any dependencies to set up Telegram channel registration in MolClaw?▼

No external dependencies are required for Telegram channel registration in MolClaw. You only need to generate a Telegram bot token, configure it as TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN in your environment, and follow the bot setup and chat registration workflow.

When should I use Telegram as a control channel instead of a replacement channel?▼

Use Telegram as a control channel in MolClaw when you want to trigger agent actions without receiving full message output, or as a notification channel for alerts only. Use replacement mode when you want Telegram to handle all communication entirely.