This article explains how to install a bot on a Discord channel using a computer.
Steps
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Step 1. Search for a bot to install
There are several, each with specific functions. If you can't think of any details, review a list of popular bots, such as the following:
- https://bots.discord.pw/#g=1
- https://www.carbonitex.net/discord/bots
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Step 2. Install the bot
The instructions vary by program, but you are generally asked to log into your Discord account, select a server, and authorize the bot.
To add a bot, you must be the admin of the server
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Step 3. Open Discord
If you have the desktop version installed, you will find it in the Windows menu (PC) or in the "Applications" folder (Mac). If not, open https://www.discordapp.com, then click "Sign in".
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Step 4. Select the server where you have installed the bot
The server list is on the left side of the screen.
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Step 5. Hover the mouse cursor over the channel you want to add the bot to
Two new icons will appear.
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Step 6. Click on the icon that looks like a gear
It is next to the channel name and opens a window called "Edit Channel".
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Step 7. Click on Permissions
It is the second option on the left side of the screen.
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Step 8. Click on the "+" symbol next to "Roles / Members"
A list of server users will appear.
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Step 9. Click on the bot name
It is located in the section titled "Members".
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Step 10. Assign permissions to the bot
Click the check mark next to each permission you want to give the bot.
- Permissions vary by bot, but the program usually needs to be able to see the chat. To do this, click on the check mark next to "Read messages".
- You may not be able to change the "Read messages" permission in the general channel.
- Channel permissions take precedence over any server's permissions.
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Step 11. Click Save Changes
It is located at the bottom of the screen. The bot will now be active on the selected channel.