Overview

This node operation allows searching public Telegram chats by a query string that looks into their username and title. It is useful for finding public chat groups or channels on Telegram based on keywords or phrases. For example, a user can search for public chats related to a specific topic or interest by providing a query text.

Use Case Examples

1. Searching for public Telegram chats about 'technology' to join relevant discussion groups.
2. Finding public channels with usernames or titles containing 'news' to stay updated.

Properties

Output

JSON

• messages - List of public chats matching the search query, including their details such as username and title.

Dependencies

• Requires Telegram API credentials (API ID, API Hash, and phone number) for authentication.

Troubleshooting

• Ensure the Telegram API credentials are correctly set and the client is logged in; otherwise, the node will throw login-related errors.
• If the client session is closed or unauthorized, the node suggests re-login with instructions.
• Errors related to chat not found or permissions may occur if the query is invalid or the user lacks access rights.

Links

• TelePilot Login Guide - Instructions for logging in and authenticating the Telegram client used by this node.