Master the most important InterChat commands with practical examples and real-world use cases.

Essential Commands

This guide covers the most important InterChat commands you'll use daily, organized by common tasks and use cases.

Quick Reference

Most Used Commands

Command	Purpose	Example
`/connect`	Connect channel to hub	`/connect hub:Gaming Network`
`/disconnect`	Remove connection	`/disconnect`
`/hub create`	Create new hub	`/hub create`
Hub Directory	Find public hubs	Visit interchat.tech/hubs
`/connection list`	View all connections	`/connection list`
`/call`	Start call with random server	`/call`
`/achievements`	View your achievements	`/achievements`
`/help`	Show all commands	`/help`

Emergency Commands

Command	Purpose	When to Use
`/connection pause`	Stop message flow	Server maintenance, local issues
`/blacklist user`	Remove problematic user	Rule violations, harassment
`/disconnect`	Leave hub immediately	Hub becomes problematic

Getting Started Commands

Finding and Joining Hubs

Discover Communities

Visit interchat.tech/hubs directly in your browser.

What you can do:

Browse public hubs by category
Search for specific topics and interests
View ratings, reviews, and member counts
Filter by activity level and community size
Join hubs directly from the website

Best for:

First-time users exploring options
Finding active, established communities
Discovering new topics of interest

Join Private Communities

/hub join invite:abc123def

What it does:

Joins a private hub using invitation code
Adds your server to the hub's member list
Allows you to connect channels to the hub

Best for:

Joining exclusive or specialized communities
Accepting invitations from friends
Participating in invite-only events

Getting Invites:

Ask hub owners directly
Check community forums or social media
Network with other server administrators

Find Specific Communities

Use the hub browser's search function to find:

Game-specific hubs: "Minecraft", "Valorant", "D&D"
Topic-based hubs: "Programming", "Art", "Music"
Regional hubs: "EU Gaming", "NA Students"
Activity-based hubs: "Study Group", "Creative Writing"

Pro Tips:

Try different search terms
Check hub descriptions carefully
Look at member activity levels
Read reviews from other users

Connecting Your First Channel

Basic Connection:

/connect hub:YourHubName

What happens:

InterChat creates a webhook in your channel
Your channel joins the hub's network
Messages start flowing between connected servers
You receive a welcome message (if configured)

Before Connecting:

Choose an appropriate channel
Inform your community about the connection
Review the hub's rules
Ensure you have proper permissions

Hub Management Commands

Creating and Configuring Hubs

Create New Hub:

/hub create

Essential Configuration Commands:

Set Hub Rules:

/hub config rules hub:YourHubName

Configure Basic Settings:

/hub config settings hub:YourHubName

Key Settings to Configure:

✅ Spam Filter - Prevents spam messages
✅ Block NSFW - Filters inappropriate content
✅ Reactions - Allows emoji reactions
⚠️ Block Invites - Consider your community needs
⚠️ Hide Links - May limit useful sharing

Set Welcome Message:

/hub config welcome hub:YourHubName

Example Welcome Message:

🎉 Welcome to {hubName}!

We're excited to have {serverName} join our community!

📋 **Quick Start:**
• Read our rules: `/hub config rules`
• Introduce your server to the community
• Join our weekly events and discussions

💬 **Need Help?** Tag a moderator anytime!

Available Variables:

{hubName} - Your hub's name
{serverName} - Joining server's name
{user} - User who connected the channel
{memberCount} - Server member count
{totalConnections} - Total connected servers

Add Moderators:

/hub moderator add hub:YourHubName user:@TrustedUser position:moderator

Set Up Logging:

/hub config logging hub:YourHubName

Essential Log Types:

Reports - User-submitted content reports
Mod Logs - Record of moderation actions
Join/Leaves - Server connection activity

Configure Content Filtering:

/hub config anti-swear hub:YourHubName

Make Hub Public:

/hub visibility hub:YourHubName visibility:public

Requirements for Public Hubs:

Hub must be 24+ hours old
Must have 2+ moderators
Must have report logging configured

Create Invitations:

/hub invite create hub:YourHubName expiry:7d

Transfer Ownership:

/hub transfer hub:YourHubName user:@NewOwner

Connection Management Commands

Monitoring Your Connections

View All Connections:

/connection list

Shows:

Connected channels and their hubs
Connection status (active/paused)
Last activity timestamps
Any connection issues

Managing Connection Behavior

Pause Connection Temporarily:

/connection pause channel:#your-channel

Resume Paused Connection:

/connection unpause channel:#your-channel

Edit Connection Settings:

/connection edit channel:#your-channel

Available Edits:

Change connected channel
Toggle compact mode
Refresh webhook settings
Update connection preferences

When to Pause Connections:

During server events that might spam the hub
When dealing with local server drama
For temporary maintenance or updates
During sensitive discussions that should stay private

Moderation Commands

Handling Rule Violations

Issue Warning:

/warn user:@Username hub:YourHubName reason:"Please keep discussions on-topic"

Blacklist User (Temporary):

/blacklist user hub:YourHubName user:@ProblemUser reason:"Repeated spam" duration:7d

Blacklist User (Permanent):

/blacklist user hub:YourHubName user:@ProblemUser reason:"Harassment"

Blacklist Server:

/blacklist server hub:YourHubName server:123456789012345678 reason:"Multiple violations"

Reviewing Moderation Actions

View All Infractions:

/hub infractions hub:YourHubName

View User-Specific Infractions:

/hub infractions hub:YourHubName user:123456789012345678

List Active Blacklists:

/blacklist list hub:YourHubName

Remove Blacklists:

/unblacklist user hub:YourHubName user:@User
/unblacklist server hub:YourHubName server:123456789012345678

Communication Commands

Hub-Wide Communication

Send Announcement:

/hub announce hub:YourHubName

What it does:

Sends message to all connected channels
Appears with special formatting
Identifies as official hub communication
Has 1-minute cooldown between announcements

Best Practices for Announcements:

Use for important updates only
Keep messages concise and clear
Include relevant details and next steps
Avoid overuse to prevent announcement fatigue

Right-click any message for:

Report Message (Everyone)

Right-click → Apps → InterChat → Report Message
Select reason for report
Sends to hub moderators

Mod Panel (Moderators only)

Right-click → Apps → InterChat → Mod Panel
Quick access to moderation actions
Delete message, warn user, blacklist, view infractions

Additional Features

Calls and Community Engagement

Start a Call:

/call

What it does:

Connects you with a random server for chat
Creates temporary connections between both servers
Allows cross-server communication
Includes rating and reporting features

View Your Achievements:

/achievements
/achievements user:@SomeUser

Check Community Leaderboards:

/leaderboard messages      # Top message senders
/leaderboard calls         # Most active call participants
/leaderboard votes         # Top InterChat voters
/leaderboard achievements  # Users with most achievements

Note: While these features are fun for engagement, hubs remain the primary way to build lasting community connections. Learn more in our Calls & Achievements Guide.

Advanced Commands

Hub Information and Analytics

View Hub Details:

/hub servers hub:YourHubName

Shows:

All connected servers
Connection timestamps
Activity levels
Server information

View Hub Moderators:

/hub moderator list hub:YourHubName

Invitation Management

Create Hub Invitations:

/hub invite create hub:YourHubName expiry:24h

List Active Invitations:

/hub invite list hub:YourHubName

Revoke Invitation:

/hub invite revoke hub:YourHubName code:abc123def

Command Tips and Tricks

Efficiency Tips

Use Tab Completion:

Type /hub and press Tab to see all hub commands
Start typing hub names and press Tab for autocomplete
Use arrow keys to navigate command history

Bookmark Frequently Used Commands:

Save common commands in a text file
Create Discord message templates
Use Discord's slash command favorites

Learn Keyboard Shortcuts:

Ctrl+K (Windows) or Cmd+K (Mac) to open quick switcher
Up Arrow to edit your last message
Ctrl+Shift+I to open developer tools for debugging

Troubleshooting Commands

When Things Go Wrong:

Check Connection Status:
```
/connection list
```
Refresh Connection:
```
/connection edit channel:#your-channel
```
Test Basic Functionality:
```
/help
```
Get Support:
- Join support server
- Check troubleshooting guide
- Review FAQ

Command Permissions

Understanding Who Can Use What

Everyone:

/help, /hub join, hub directory website
Report message (context menu)
Basic information commands

Server Administrators:

/connect, /disconnect, /connection commands
Hub creation and basic management
Server-specific moderation

Hub Moderators:

/warn, /blacklist, /unblacklist
Mod panel (context menu)
View infractions and reports

Hub Managers:

All moderator permissions
Add/remove moderators
Configure most hub settings

Hub Owners:

All permissions
Transfer ownership
Delete hub
Add/remove managers

Permission Tip: Server administrators always have full control over their own server's connections, regardless of their hub role.

Want to dive deeper? Explore our complete command reference for every available command and option!

Essential Commands

Essential Commands

Quick Reference

Most Used Commands

Emergency Commands

Getting Started Commands

Finding and Joining Hubs

Connecting Your First Channel

Hub Management Commands

Creating and Configuring Hubs

Connection Management Commands

Monitoring Your Connections

Managing Connection Behavior

Moderation Commands

Handling Rule Violations

Reviewing Moderation Actions

Communication Commands

Hub-Wide Communication

Context Menu Commands

Additional Features

Calls and Community Engagement

Advanced Commands

Hub Information and Analytics

Invitation Management

Command Tips and Tricks

Efficiency Tips

Troubleshooting Commands

Command Permissions

Understanding Who Can Use What

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