Auto Responder

Auto Responder lets YAWBDB send custom responses when messages match specific words, phrases, or patterns.

It is useful for simple automation that does not require AI.

💼 Common use cases

Auto Responder can be used for:

• Frequently asked questions
• Server links
• Support reminders
• Rule reminders
• Keyword-based help
• Fun responses
• Channel-specific automation

🎯 Matching messages

Responses can be triggered by different kinds of matching rules, depending on your configuration.

Examples:

• A specific word
• A phrase
• A pattern
• A regular expression

Use simple triggers when possible. Regex patterns are powerful but can be harder to debug.

🎯 Channel or category targeting

Auto responses can be mapped to channels or categories.

This lets you keep responses relevant.

For example:

• Support keywords only in support channels
• Rule reminders only in public channels
• Fun responses only in casual channels

🖱️ Drag-and-drop configuration

Auto Responder can use a drag-and-drop style interface for mapping responses and targets.

This makes it easier to organize multiple responses without editing raw configuration files.

↔️ Difference from AI Responses

Auto Responder is deterministic.

If a message matches the rule, the configured response is used.

AI Responses are dynamic and context-aware. They can generate different replies depending on the conversation.

Use Auto Responder for fixed, predictable replies. Use AI Responses when you want context-aware behavior.

💡 Best practices

• Keep trigger phrases specific enough to avoid accidental replies.
• Avoid too many global triggers.
• Use channel targeting when possible.
• Test each response after creating it.
• Use AI Responses for complex questions instead of creating too many keyword rules.