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Starboard

Boost engagement by showcasing popular messages in a dedicated channel once they reach a set number of reactions.

The Starboard highlights messages that your community loves. When a message hits the required number of stars (or any emoji you choose), the bot reposts it in a special starboard channel with all relevant info — who posted it, how many stars it has, and a jump link. Once the message has been sent, a button is available and users can add aditional stars on the starboard message itself.

Overview​

The starboard is a fun way to highlight great messages, memes, announcements or anything that your community enjoys. You decide:

  • Which emoji counts as a “star”
  • How many reactions are required
  • Where the starred messages are posted
  • Optional: custom messages for each starboard

You can also create multiple starboards, each with their own channels, emoji, and required star count.

How it Works​

When someone reacts using the configured emoji:

  1. QuaBot checks the message and reaction.
  2. If the reaction count reaches the required amount:
    • A starboard post is created in the target channel.
  3. The starboard post has a button that users can add virtual stars with.

If the count later drops below threshold, the starboard post is not removed automatically. This is being added in a future update. Example message:

Example

General Settings​

Enabled​

Enable or disable the starboard module for your server.
If disabled, no messages will be tracked or posted.

Starboard Message Format​

This is the default message QuaBot sends when a message hits the required number of stars. You can customize the entire message using the Message Builder. Once the message has been sent, a button is available and users can add aditional stars on the starboard message itself.

Note:
Individual starboards can override this format with a custom message.

General Settings

Starboards​

You can create and manage multiple starboards.
This allows setups like:

  • #starboard for general chat
  • High‑end “highlight” starboards with stricter thresholds

Each starboard has its own configuration.

Creating a Starboard​

Click the Add Starboard button to make a new one. You then click on the name of the new starboard, and a dropdown will open. You can configure it in there.

You can configure:

  • Starboard Name​

    A name used on the dashboard to identify the starboard.

  • Starboard Channel​

    The channel where starred messages will be sent.

  • Required Stars​

    How many reactions a message needs before being posted.

  • Starboard Emoji​

    Which emoji counts. Only regular emojis are supported at this time.

  • Custom Starboard Message​

    Override the general message format for this specific starboard.

  • Auto-Remove​

    Automatically delete the starboard entry after a chosen duration (e.g. 1h, 1d, 7d).

    Starboard Config

Deleting & Editing a Starboard​

In order to edit or delete a starboard, click on the starboard's name. The dropdown will open revealing the settings & configuration. You can edit the settings here, the same was as you created a starboard At the bottom, there is a 'Delete Starboard' button to delete the starboard. Make sure to save your changes after you edit or delete a starboard.

Ignored Channels & Roles​

Some channels or groups should not count toward the starboard — for example bots, users that haven't been in your server very long, etc.

You can select:

  • Ignored Roles
  • Ignored Channels

Messages from these roles or channels will not be added to the starboard. They can still react to others.

Starboard Ignored

Frequently Asked Questions​

Why isn’t my message appearing on the starboard?​

Possible causes:

  • Not enough reactions yet.
  • Wrong emoji (must match the starboard’s emoji).
  • Message is from an ignored channel or user.
  • Starboard module is disabled.
  • The bot lacks permissions in the starboard channel. More info about permissions can be found on the Permissions Page.

Can I have multiple starboards?​

Yes — each with its own settings.

Can I use custom emojis?​

Yes.

Can I use starboard only for media?​

No not at this time. We are adding this in a future update.

Can I star my own messages?​

Yes.

Why are starboard posts duplicated?​

You probably have two starboards with the same emoji and channel.
Disable or edit the duplicates.

Can I edit a starboard post after it’s published?​

No, but you can:

  • Update the starboard format for future posts
  • Delete the message manually

Does the starboard repost attachments?​

Not at this time. We are adding this in the future.

Does the starboard support custom emojis?​

Not at this time. We are adding this in the future.

Need Help?​

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