Important Command Format
All commands must be sent in the format /command_RIPBot.
For example, use /start_RIPBot to begin configuration.
When the bot asks for input: You must reply directly to the bot's message for your input to be recognized.
Command Overview
RIP Bot uses a set of intuitive commands to configure and control scheduled messages in your Telegram group topics. Most commands are restricted to group administrators to prevent misuse.
How to Respond to Bot Prompts
When the bot asks you for input (like setting a message or interval), you must reply directly to the bot's message for your input to be recognized.
To reply to a message in Telegram:
- Long-press (mobile) or right-click (desktop) on the bot's message
- Select "Reply" from the menu that appears
- Type your response and send it
If you just type in the chat without replying to the bot's prompt, your message won't be registered as input.
| Command | Description | Who Can Use |
|---|---|---|
| /start_RIPBot | Configure the bot for the current topic | Admins only |
| /status_RIPBot | Check current topic settings and status | Admins only |
| /topics_RIPBot | List all configured topics in this group | Admins only |
| /clear_topics_RIPBot | Clear all topic settings in this group | Admins only |
| /reset_RIPBot | Reset the bot for this group only | Admins only |
| /admin_RIPBot | Register as admin if you're a group admin | Group admins |
| /variables_RIPBot | Show available message variables | Anyone |
| /help_RIPBot | Show help information | Anyone |
| /stats_RIPBot | Show bot usage statistics | Admins only |
Detailed Command Reference
/start_RIPBot
Description: Initiates the configuration process for the current topic. This command displays an interactive menu for setting up scheduled messages.
Usage: Type this command in any topic where you want to set up scheduled messages.
Options: The interactive menu includes buttons for:
- Setting the message text - reply directly to the bot's prompt with your message
- Setting the interval (in minutes) - reply directly to the bot's prompt with a number
- Starting/stopping the scheduled messages
- Previewing the configured message
- Hiding the menu
Restriction: Admin-only command
/status_RIPBot
Description: Shows the current settings and status for the topic where the command is used.
Usage: Type this command in any topic to check its configuration.
Information Displayed:
- Topic ID
- Current scheduled message text
- Interval setting
- Active status (whether messages are currently being sent)
- Last message sent timestamp
Restriction: Admin-only command
/topics_RIPBot
Description: Displays a paginated list of all configured topics in the group.
Usage: Type this command in any chat or topic within the group.
Information Displayed:
- Topic ID and name
- Status (active or inactive)
- Interval setting
- Last sent timestamp
- Next scheduled time
Restriction: Admin-only command
/clear_topics_RIPBot
Description: Clears all topic configurations in the current group. This stops all scheduled messages and removes all settings.
Usage: Type this command in any chat or topic within the group.
Warning: This action requires confirmation and cannot be undone. All topic settings will be permanently deleted.
Restriction: Admin-only command
/reset_RIPBot
Description: Performs a complete reset of the bot for the current group only. This stops all scheduled messages, clears all settings, and removes all message history.
Usage: Use this command to resolve any issues with the bot in your group without affecting other groups.
Warning: This action requires confirmation and cannot be undone. All group-specific data will be permanently deleted.
Restriction: Admin-only command
/admin_RIPBot
Description: Registers the current user as a bot admin if they are a Telegram group administrator.
Usage: Useful when a new group admin wants to use bot commands without waiting for the bot to detect their admin status automatically.
Restriction: Must be a Telegram group administrator
/variables_RIPBot
Description: Shows a list of all available message variables that can be used in scheduled messages.
Usage: Type this command to see which variables you can include in your messages for dynamic content.
Variables Available:
{date}- Current date (e.g., 2025-03-08){time}- Current time (e.g., 14:30){datetime}- Date and time (e.g., 2025-03-08 14:30){day}or{weekday}- Day of week (e.g., Saturday){month}- Month name (e.g., March){year}- Current year (e.g., 2025)
Restriction: None - anyone can use this command
/help_RIPBot
Description: Displays general help information about the bot and its commands.
Usage: Type this command when you need assistance with using the bot.
Restriction: None - anyone can use this command
/stats_RIPBot
Description: Shows usage statistics for the bot in the current group.
Usage: Type this command to see how the bot is being used in your group.
Information Displayed:
- Total configured topics
- Active topics
- Message success rate
- System uptime
- Other performance metrics
Restriction: Admin-only command
How to Properly Respond to Bot Prompts
Important Input Instructions
When the bot asks for input (like when setting a message or interval), you must reply directly to the bot's message for your input to be recognized.
To reply to a message in Telegram:
- Long-press (mobile) or right-click (desktop) on the bot's message
- Select "Reply" from the menu that appears
- Type your response
- Send the message
If you just type in the chat without replying to the bot's prompt, your message won't be registered as input for the bot, and the configuration will not progress.
Message Variables Reference
Make your scheduled messages dynamic by including these variables:
| Variable | What It Shows | Example |
|---|---|---|
{date} |
Current date | 2025-03-08 |
{time} |
Current time | 14:30 |
{datetime} |
Date and time | 2025-03-08 14:30 |
{day} or {weekday} |
Day of week | Saturday |
{month} |
Month name | March |
{year} |
Current year | 2025 |
Example Message with Variables
Message template: "Today is {day}, {date}. Daily reminder sent at {time}."
What users see: "Today is Saturday, 2025-03-08. Daily reminder sent at 14:30."