I’m working on a Python-based Discord bot that should be able to send pictures and GIFs. However, every script I try either only shows the bot typing briefly or causes the bot to stop functioning entirely. I need help figuring out how to implement proper image and GIF sending functionality.
hey, try using discord.File(‘path/to/your/img.gif’) in your send msg, and make sure your bot has the proper permissons. sometimes sending via embeds with a url can work too. hope that helps 
In my experience, the key to successfully sending images or GIFs with a Discord bot is ensuring that your implementation correctly handles asynchronous calls and file paths. I once encountered an issue where incorrect file reading methods led to blocked responses. Double-check that your file paths use either relative or absolute paths consistently, and that the file exists at the specified location. It is also useful to try embedding the URL of your image in a message embed, as that often circumvents local file issues and leverages Discord’s reliable CDN handling.
I found that a mix of careful file validation and proper asynchronous handling was key. In my own project, I had issues with reading files correctly, and switching to an async file opener in binary mode resolved some of my problems. I also made sure to check that the bot had the right permissions to access the target channel and that the file paths were both correctly specified and valid at runtime. Finally, I used detailed logging to diagnose errors, which helped me pinpoint issues with file accessibility and asynchronous calls.
I solved a similar problem by carefully refining my file handling and debugging the asynchronous aspects of my code. In my experience, it is crucial to ensure the file is read in binary mode and the path is completely correct at runtime. I added logging to capture the absolute file path, which helped me identify misplaced files. In addition, introducing error handling around the file-sending code allowed me to capture any permission or loading issues. I also recommend consulting the latest discord.py documentation as they occasionally update recommended practices that might resolve such issues.
hey, try updating discord.py and add some error logging. i had similar probs with local file sends and switching to a fresh env helped. sometimes url embeds work better if u cant figure out the file path issues. hope it helps!