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telegram

This skill should be used when fetching, searching, downloading, sending, or editing messages on Telegram. Use for queries like "show my Telegram messages", "search Telegram for...", "get unread messages", "send a message to...", "edit that message", or "add Telegram messages to my notes".

17stars1forksUpdated 2/21/2026

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About telegram

The 'telegram' skill provides users with the ability to interact with Telegram messages in various ways, including fetching, searching, downloading, sending, editing, and publishing messages. It helps streamline the process of managing Telegram communications, making it ideal for users who want to automate their message retrieval, search for specific content, or manage their conversations more effectively. This skill allows seamless integration of Telegram into other systems, improving user workflows by enabling easy access to Telegram messages via simple commands.

FAQ

How do I set up the telegram skill?

To set up the telegram skill, ensure that authentication is configured in '~/.telegram_dl/'. Run the 'python3 scripts/telegram_fetch.py setup' command to check the setup status and follow the interactive prompts to complete the configuration.

Can I search for specific messages within a chat?

Yes, you can search for messages within a specific chat using the 'python3 scripts/telegram_fetch.py search' command followed by the search keyword and optionally a chat ID.

Is there a limit to how many chats or messages I can retrieve?

The default limit for retrieving chats is 30, but you can increase the limit by using the '--limit' option. For example, '--limit 50' will retrieve up to 50 chats.

Can I send messages to Telegram users I haven't chatted with before?

Yes, you can send messages to users by their username using the '@username' format, even if you have no prior conversation with them.

Is there a specific format for sending formatted messages?

Yes, you can send messages with markdown formatting using the '--markdown' flag. This will allow you to send messages with bold, italic, and linked text that is compatible with Telegram's HTML formatting.

Install telegram

Download and extract the skill files to your .claude/skills/ directory.

Quick Setup:

  1. Copy the skill folder to .claude/skills/
  2. Claude will automatically detect and use the skill