Basics
Essential concepts to know before using SlashBot.
Message Structure
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Discord uses IDs as unique identifiers for messages. They also support Message URLs which contain information about the Server, Channel, and Message.
https://discord.com/channels/745961266149064774/747413163510857761/945035024011501618
Blue = Server IDGreen = Channel IDAmber = Message ID
The URL can also include subdomains like
canary or ptb.Copying Message URLs
Message URLs are used throughout SlashBot commands. They tell SlashBot which message you want to perform an action on.
Desktop
Right-click any message → Copy Message Link.
Mobile
Long-press any message → tap the three-dot menu → Copy Message Link.