# Overview


Telegram Bots can respond to _Slash commands._ For instance, you can add a `/hi` or `/help` command to your Telegram bot to help users learn how to use your bot.


# Getting Started


Watch this short video below to get started making Telegram Bots without code on Pipedream:


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# Troubleshooting


### I’m not receiving events from Telegram at all


Make sure that you’re subscribing to **New Message** updates. Slash commands are sent as messages to your bot.