add-telegram

Integrate Telegram as a messaging channel alongside or replacing WhatsApp.

Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/abhaymundhara/babybot --skill add-telegram-abhaymundhara
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: add-telegram
Source: https://github.com/abhaymundhara/babybot/tree/main/container/skills/add-telegram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/abhaymundhara/babybot --skill add-telegram-abhaymundhara

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Add Telegram as a channel to NanoClaw. It can replace WhatsApp entirely or run alongside it. Also configurable as a control-only channel (triggers actions) or passive channel (receives notifications only).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Replace WhatsApp or add alongside it
  • Control channel or passive channel
  • Register chats and map to groups, with token-based configuration in config.ts
  • Telegram bot integration via grammy and channel pattern similar to WhatsApp

Quick Start

Install grammy, create a Telegram bot, obtain a chat ID, and register your chat with the system to enable Telegram messaging.

Frequently Asked Questions about add-telegram

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add Telegram as a messaging channel to my chatbot?

You can add Telegram alongside WhatsApp or replace it entirely by configuring a TelegramChannel adapter, supporting coordinated inbound and outbound message flows across multiple channels.

Can I use Telegram as a control-only channel to trigger bot actions?

Yes, Telegram can be configured as a control-only channel to trigger actions, or as a passive channel to receive notifications only, providing flexible multi-channel messaging architecture options.

How do I register Telegram chats and map them to specific groups?

You can register chats and map them to groups using token-based configuration in your config file, enabling coordinated message routing between the Telegram channel adapter and the main application.

Does adding a Telegram channel require replacing WhatsApp?

No, adding a Telegram channel does not require replacing WhatsApp; the cross-channel architecture supports running Telegram alongside WhatsApp or using it as a standalone replacement based on your configuration.

What do I need to set up before integrating a Telegram bot?

Before integrating a Telegram bot, you need to install the grammy library, create a Telegram bot to obtain an API token, and acquire your chat ID to register with the system configuration.