Telegram bot that starts with the /start command, shows a button, and replies when the user presses it

In minutes, set up a Telegram bot that talks back, delights users, and makes your ideas interactive—no coding headaches, no fuss.

  • Instantly when the trigger is activated
  • Instantly when receiving a command (telegrambot → webhook_command)
  • Ask user (telegrambot → ask)
  • Reply to the user (telegrambot → reply)

Handling Telegram bot interactions manually can be exhausting and inefficient—especially if you're fielding the same repetitive commands and trying to create a seamless user experience. Every time a new user sends a command like /start and waits for a response, you’re stuck responding individually or stuck with static, impersonal replies. This not only drains your time and energy but also creates bottlenecks that can make your project, brand, or service look slow or unresponsive. Over time, that means reduced user engagement, missed growth opportunities, and wasted hours on routine messaging.

This Botize formula completely automates the welcoming interaction on your Telegram bot. As soon as someone sends the designated command (customizable, but defaults to /start), your bot instantly replies with a message and a button. When users tap that button, the bot automatically sends them a tailored follow-up message. You have total control over the command name, button text, and the response message—making it easy to match your communication style and audience. It’s a before-and-after transformation: what was once a repetitive, manual cycle becomes instant, engaging, and professional—freeing you to focus on strategic growth instead of tedious admin tasks.

Ready to turn your Telegram bot into a smooth, interactive experience and reclaim your time? Follow the simple step-by-step setup below to activate this formula with Botize and customize every detail to fit your needs. If you want to jump straight in, there’s also a direct link to the ready-to-use automation. Take control and let your bot do the talking!

Automate this task with 4 simple prompts

Copy and paste the following prompts into Botize's AI task editor

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    Select the AI editing tool.

    AI Prompt Tool
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    Set up the automation to start instantly when it is triggered.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Make the automation start running right away as soon as the trigger is activated.

    AI Prompt Tool

    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

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    Listen for a specific command from a user in any Telegram chat.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Whenever someone sends the /start command to the Telegram bot, detect it and continue the automation.

    AI Prompt Tool

    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  4. 5

    Reply to the user with a message that contains a button.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Send a message to the user saying 'Press the button' and include a button labeled '🎲 Roll'. When the button is pressed, handle the callback data.

    AI Prompt Tool

    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

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    Send a follow-up message when the user presses the button.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    When the user presses the '🎲 Roll' button, send them a new message that says '🎲 Done!'.

    AI Prompt Tool

    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  6. 7

    Your automation is ready to use. Click the 'Save changes' button.

    Save changes

Launch a Telegram Bot That Responds to Your Touch

Here’s how it works: You send a command (like /start) to your bot, it responds with a friendly message and a button. When anyone taps that button, your bot replies again—just like magic. You choose the command, the button’s words, and the reply message. It’s conversation on autopilot, made simple.

Manual Botize
Find and copy bot code templates 30 0 Minutes
Tweak the code to change the command and messages 15 0 Minutes
Deploy and debug the bot 20 0 Minutes
Total 65 0 Minutes

Looking to make your Telegram bot chatty and interactive without a week of tutorials? You’re in the right place. Forget clunky setups—this is what you’ve been searching for.


Welcome New Channel Members

Automatically greet new joiners with a warm hello and an interactive button (e.g., 'Meet the Team')—no awkward silence, just instant connection.

Instant Engagement

Cut the awkward silences—your bot answers as soon as someone reaches out.

Zero Coding Needed

No developer? No problem. If you can type, you can set up your bot.

Totally Customizable

Tweak commands, change messages, make it yours in seconds.


Quick Polls or Votes

Embed a button for users to click and instantly register their response, like voting for this week’s topic or confirming attendance.

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⌾︎ You want to welcome or guide your Telegram users with a fast, friendly response.

⌾︎ You're launching a campaign, quiz, or want instant feedback in your group or channel.

✕ You need complex bot logic, heavy data processing, or advanced API integrations.

✕ You don’t use Telegram (yet!) and are looking for automations on other platforms.


✓ Personalize the command your users type to trigger the bot (/start, /help, /roll, etc.).

✓ Change the text on the interactive button to fit any mood or call to action.

✓ Craft unique reply messages to fit every use—greeting, alert, quiz, or promo.




This automation creates a simple Telegram bot interaction. When a user sends a specific command to the bot (by default /start), the bot responds with a message that includes a button. When the user presses that button, the bot sends a new reply message. To adapt this task to your needs, you should customize the command name (the default is /start), change the text displayed on the button, and edit the message that the bot sends when the user presses the button.

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