Actions28
- Chat Actions
- File Actions
- Group Actions
- Message Actions
- User Actions
Overview
The Send Chat Action operation for the Chat resource in this custom n8n node allows you to send a "chat action" (such as "typing", "uploading photo", etc.) to a Telegram chat. This is useful for providing real-time feedback to users, indicating that the bot is performing an action (e.g., typing a message or uploading a file) before sending an actual message.
Common scenarios:
- Indicating to a user that the bot is preparing a response ("Typing..." indicator).
- Showing that a file or photo is being uploaded.
- Providing a more interactive and human-like experience in Telegram bots.
Practical example:
When a user sends a command to your Telegram bot, you can use this node to show the "typing" status while your workflow processes data, making the interaction feel more responsive.
Properties
| Display Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chat ID | String | The unique identifier of the target chat where the action will be sent. |
| Action | Options | The type of action to display in the chat. Possible values: |
| - Cancel: Cancel any ongoing chat action | ||
| - Recording Voice Note: Show "recording voice note" status | ||
| - Typing: Show "typing..." status | ||
| - Uploading Document: Show "uploading document" status | ||
| - Uploading Photo: Show "uploading photo" status | ||
| - Uploading Video: Show "uploading video" status | ||
| - Uploading Voice Note: Show "uploading voice note" status |
Output
The output is a JSON object containing the result of the sendChatAction request. The structure typically includes:
{
"_": "ok"
}
- If successful, the response will indicate success (usually with a field like
"_" : "ok"). - If there is an error, the output may contain error details depending on the underlying Telegram API response.
Dependencies
- External Service: Requires access to the Telegram API via the TelePilot integration.
- Credentials: You must configure the
telePilotApicredential in n8n, which includes your Telegram API ID, API Hash, and phone number. - n8n Configuration: No special environment variables are required beyond the credentials.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid Chat ID: If the provided Chat ID is incorrect or the bot does not have access to the chat, the action will fail.
- Not Logged In: If the Telegram session is not authenticated, you may receive errors prompting you to log in again.
- Permission Errors: If the bot lacks permission to send actions in the specified chat, an error will occur.
Error messages and resolutions:
"Session was closed or terminated. Please login again: https://telepilot.co/login-howto"
Resolution: Re-authenticate your Telegram account using the provided guide."Please login: https://telepilot.co/login-howto"
Resolution: Ensure your credentials are valid and follow the login instructions.- Other errors may be returned directly from the Telegram API; check the error message for details.