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Encode-decode

The encode and decode commands provide quick access to common text transformation algorithms. This is useful for developers who need to quickly verify encoded strings or for community activities that involve base-encoded data.

Syntax

The commands are available in both slash and prefix formats:

Slash Command:

Text Only
/encode encoding:STRING text:STRING
/decode encoding:STRING text:STRING

Prefix Command:

Text Only
$encode <encoding> <text>
$decode <encoding> <text>
$ec <encoding> <text>
$dc <encoding> <text>

Aliases:

You can also use these aliases:

  • ec (for encode)
  • dc (for decode)

Parameters

Parameter Type Required Description
encoding STRING Yes The format to use: base16, base32, base64, or base85.
text STRING Yes The data you want to transform.

Supported Formats

  • Base16: Standard hexadecimal encoding.
  • Base32: Uses a 32-character set (often used in early systems or for readability).
  • Base64: The most common format for encoding binary data into ASCII text.
  • Base85: A more efficient encoding than Base64 (also known as Ascii85).

Usage Examples

Encoding a Message

Transform a string into Base64.

Text Only
/encode encoding:base64 text:"Hello World!"

Decoding Data

Translate a Base16 (Hex) string back to readable text.

Text Only
/decode encoding:base16 text:"48656c6c6f"

Response Format

The bot replies with the resulting encoded or decoded string. If the output exceeds Discord's 2000-character limit, the bot suggests using an external tool to prevent message truncation.

For slash commands, the response is ephemeral (only visible to you) to keep encoded/decoded data private.

Behavior Notes

  • Ephemeral responses: Slash command responses are only visible to you to keep encoded/decoded data private
  • Mention protection: The bot disables all mentions in its output to prevent accidental pings from decoded data
  • Format validation: The bot validates that the encoding format is supported before processing
  • Character limits: Very long strings may be truncated if they exceed Discord's message limits
  • /run - For advanced code execution