Hey everyone! I’m trying to figure out how to include animated emoticons in my Python Telegram Bot project. I’ve got regular emoticons working just fine, but I’m stumped when it comes to the animated ones. I’m using the async module of python-telegram-bot. Has anyone managed to get this working? I’d really appreciate any tips or advice you can share. It’s been bugging me for a while now. Thanks in advance for your help!
I’ve implemented animated emoticons in my Telegram bot recently, and it wasn’t as straightforward as I initially thought. The key is using the ‘sendAnimation’ method, as mentioned earlier, but there’s a bit more to it. You’ll need to obtain the file_id of the animated sticker first. This can be done by forwarding the sticker to @getidsbot or using the ‘get_file’ method when your bot receives a sticker message.
Once you have the file_id, you can send it using bot.send_animation(chat_id, animation=file_id). Remember that animated stickers are actually .tgs files, so they’re handled differently from regular emojis or static stickers.
Also, ensure your bot has the necessary permissions to send animations in the chat. If you’re still having trouble, double-check your bot’s token and make sure you’re using the latest version of the python-telegram-bot library. Good luck with your project!
hey there! i’ve dealt with this before. for animated emojis, you gotta use the sendAnimation method instead of sendMessage. pass the emoji file_id as the animation parameter. make sure ur bot has access to the animated sticker pack too. hope that helps!
I’ve worked with animated emoticons in Telegram bots, and it can be tricky. The sendAnimation method is indeed key, but there’s a catch - you need the actual file_id of the animated sticker. You can’t just use the Unicode emoji code like with regular emoticons.
To get the file_id, you’ll need to set up a handler in your bot to capture when users send animated stickers. Then, you can store those file_ids for later use. It’s a bit roundabout, but it works.
Also, be aware that animated stickers have size limitations. They must be 512x512 pixels and under 64KB. If you’re creating custom ones, keep these constraints in mind.
Lastly, test thoroughly. Some clients might not support animated stickers, so have a fallback plan.