Question 1

How do I set up custom middleware in Telebot?

Accepted Answer

Define a function that takes a tele.HandlerFunc and returns one, then use b.Use() for global middleware or group/handler-specific methods. The README provides an example with AutoResponder middleware for callbacks.

Question 2

Telebot vs tgbotapi: which is better for Go Telegram bots?

Accepted Answer

Telebot offers a more concise and idiomatic API with built-in middleware and file caching, while tgbotapi is a closer wrapper to Telegram's raw API. Choose Telebot for cleaner code and advanced features, tgbotapi for direct control over API calls.

Question 3

How can I handle file uploads without re-uploading in Telebot?

Accepted Answer

Use the File API where files are cached by FileID after the first upload. For instance, sending an Audio from disk uploads it once, and subsequent sends reuse the FileID, as shown in the Files section with OnDisk() and InCloud() checks.

Question 4

Does Telebot support webhooks for updates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it requires custom implementation. Telebot allows setting up any Poller or using ProcessUpdate directly, but the documentation focuses on polling examples, so webhook setup might need extra effort and external resources.

Question 5

How do I implement inline queries with Telebot?

Accepted Answer

Handle tele.OnQuery endpoints and use c.Answer() to send results like PhotoResult or ArticleResult. The README shows caching with CacheTime and unique result IDs for efficient inline responses.

Question 6

What's the best way to edit messages using the Editable interface?

Accepted Answer

Implement the Editable interface by defining MessageSig() in your struct, then use bot.Edit() or bot.Delete(). The README demonstrates this with StoredMessage for database integration, allowing edits without storing full Message objects.

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