Learning goals
- Understand the relationship between Gateway and Channel
- Configure the first external channel
- Complete Telegram pairing
- Fix the common case where the bot is online but silent
Phase 3
Channels and Connections
Connect chat channels so the assistant leaves the browser and enters your real workflow entry points.
Core guide
OpenClaw from Scratch 04 | Make It Speak for Real: Telegram and Chat Channels
Connect Telegram as the first external chat entry point, and understand the real relationship between Gateway, Channel, and pairing.
Channel entry points
Telegram pairing
The first external conversation
Recommended resources for this stage
Save these entry points first
Official
Channel Overview
An overview of official channel support so you can see what exists beyond Telegram.
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