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.