Keywords User Guide
Get notified when important topics are mentioned in Discord
Getting Started
Never miss important discussions again! Keywords help you stay informed about topics that matter to you by sending notifications whenever specific words or phrases are mentioned in Discord channels.
Set up custom keywords, get instant notifications when they're mentioned, track project names, competitor mentions, or any topics important to your work.
Key Features
- Custom Keywords: Track any words or phrases that matter to you
- Smart Matching: Flexible matching options including partial words and phrases
- Server-specific: Different keywords for different Discord servers
- Instant Notifications: Get notified immediately when keywords are mentioned
- Context Preservation: See the full message and conversation context
- Flexible Controls: Easy to add, remove, and modify your keyword lists
Common Use Cases
📊 Project Tracking
Monitor mentions of your projects, clients, or initiatives
🏢 Company Mentions
Track when your company or competitors are discussed
🔧 Technology Keywords
Stay informed about technologies, tools, or frameworks you care about
👤 Professional Interests
Monitor discussions about your areas of expertise or interest
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Managing Keywords
Add, remove, and organize your keywords to track the topics that matter most to you.
Adding Keywords
/keywords add [keyword]
Add a new keyword to track in the current server
/keywords add_phrase [phrase]
Add a multi-word phrase to track (e.g., "machine learning")
/keywords bulk_add [keyword1, keyword2, ...]
Add multiple keywords at once, separated by commas
Context Menu Method
The quickest way to add keywords:
Right-click Message
Right-click on any Discord message and select "Watch Keyword..." from the context menu.
Select or Enter Keyword
Choose words from the message or enter a custom keyword to track.
Start Tracking
The keyword is immediately added to your tracking list for this server.
Managing Your Keywords
/keywords list
View all your keywords for the current server with management options
/keywords remove [keyword]
Stop tracking a specific keyword in this server
/keywords clear_all
Remove all keywords for the current server (with confirmation)
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Notification System
Understand how keyword notifications work and customize them for your workflow.
How Notifications Work
When someone mentions your tracked keywords:
- Instant Alert: You receive a direct message notification immediately
- Full Context: See the complete message and surrounding conversation
- Quick Navigation: Click to jump directly to the original message
- Channel Information: Know which channel and server the mention occurred in
- Author Details: See who mentioned your keyword
Notification Content
Each keyword notification includes:
- Triggered Keyword: Which of your keywords was mentioned
- Original Message: The full message containing your keyword
- Message Context: Previous messages for conversation context
- Source Information: Server, channel, and author details
- Timestamp: When the message was posted
- Quick Actions: Buttons to jump to message or manage keywords
Smart Filtering
Keyword notifications include intelligent filtering to reduce noise:
- Self-filtering: You don't get notified when you mention your own keywords
- Bot filtering: Option to exclude bot messages from notifications
- Channel exclusions: Skip notifications from specific channels
- Cooldown period: Avoid spam from rapid repeated mentions
- Context awareness: Smarter matching based on message context
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Advanced Features
Use advanced keyword tracking features for more precise monitoring and control.
Matching Options
/keywords add_exact [phrase]
Track exact phrase matches only (case-sensitive)
/keywords add_partial [word]
Match partial words (e.g., "react" matches "React", "reactive", "reaction")
/keywords add_regex [pattern]
Use regular expressions for complex matching patterns
Keyword Categories
Organize keywords into categories for better management:
Work Projects
Track mentions of your current projects and initiatives
Technologies
Monitor discussions about tools and technologies you use
Competitions
Track mentions of competitors or market developments
Interests
Follow topics related to your personal or professional interests
Multi-server Management
/keywords global_list
View keywords across all servers you're tracking
/keywords copy_to_server [server_name]
Copy your current server's keywords to another server
/keywords import_template [template_name]
Import pre-made keyword templates for common use cases
Analytics and Insights
Track how often your keywords are mentioned:
- Mention Frequency: See which keywords are mentioned most often
- Channel Activity: Identify which channels discuss your topics most
- Time Patterns: Understand when your keywords are typically mentioned
- Trending Topics: See which of your keywords are trending up or down
Customization
Customize your keyword notification experience to match your workflow and preferences.
Notification Settings
/keywords settings notifications
Configure how and when you receive keyword notifications
/keywords settings channels [include/exclude] [channel_list]
Control which channels trigger keyword notifications
/keywords settings quiet_hours [start_time] [end_time]
Set quiet hours when keyword notifications are paused
Notification Preferences
- Delivery Method: Direct messages, mobile push, or email notifications
- Context Amount: How much conversation context to include
- Grouping: Bundle multiple mentions into digest notifications
- Priority Levels: Different notification styles for different keyword priorities
- Do Not Disturb: Respect Discord status and quiet hours
Channel and Server Controls
Fine-tune where and when you get keyword notifications:
- Channel Allowlists: Only get notifications from specific channels
- Channel Blocklists: Exclude notifications from certain channels
- Server-specific Settings: Different rules for different Discord servers
- Role-based Filtering: Only track mentions from users with specific roles
- Thread Exclusions: Skip notifications from thread discussions
Mobile and Cross-platform
Keyword notifications work across all your devices:
- Mobile Notifications: Push notifications to your phone or tablet
- Desktop Alerts: System notifications on your computer
- Email Backup: Email notifications for important keywords
- Sync Settings: Keyword lists sync across all your devices
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Tips & Tricks
🎯 Strategic Keywords
Choose keywords that are specific enough to be meaningful but broad enough to catch relevant discussions. "API" might be too broad, but "payment API" could be perfect.
📋 Project Code Names
Track project code names and internal terminology that might not be obvious but are frequently used in your team discussions.
🏢 Company Variations
Add variations of company names (full name, abbreviations, common misspellings) to catch all mentions.
⏰ Quiet Hours Management
Set up quiet hours to avoid notifications during sleep or focused work time, but consider time zones if you work with global teams.
📊 Regular Review
Periodically review your keyword list with /keywords analytics to see which keywords are most valuable and remove unused ones.
🎨 Category Organization
Use clear naming conventions for your keywords to make them easier to manage as your list grows.
🔄 Context Menu Efficiency
Use the "Watch Keyword..." context menu on messages when you see interesting discussions to quickly add relevant keywords.
🎛️ Channel Strategy
Consider excluding very high-traffic channels from keyword notifications, or use channel-specific keywords for better signal-to-noise ratio.
Join our Discord community or contact support for assistance with keyword tracking and notification management.