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# Automated Messages

> Send scheduled announcements, hints and PMs in ER:LC, and run automatic member and vehicle checks.

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## What are Automated Messages?

Automated Messages send announcements, hints and PMs in ER:LC on a schedule, and run checks like `:membercheck` and `:vehiclecheck`. They're powered by [Melonly Reminders](/Dashboard/reminders-actions/reminders), so you set them up on the **Reminders** page, not the ER:LC Integration page.

<Info>
  Reminders only run while at least one staff member is on duty.
</Info>

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## Reminder Types

| Type | Description |
| - | - |
| Announcement | A large message shown to all players |
| Hint | A smaller message at the top of the screen |
| Private Message | A PM sent to a specific player |
| `:membercheck` | Checks that every player in game is in your Discord server. Can kick non-members. |
| `:vehiclecheck` | Checks that players are driving vehicles they're allowed to use. Can kick or warn players in [restricted vehicles](/Dashboard/erlcintegration/api/vehiclerestrictions). |

Each reminder can run once or repeat on a schedule.

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## Creating an Automated Message

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Reminders Page">
    Go to **Reminders and Actions** on your dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create a New Reminder">
    Choose the type of message or check you want to automate.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set When It Runs">
    Pick a timer, an interval or a condition.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save the Reminder">
    The reminder now runs on your schedule.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Example Use Cases

* Run `:membercheck` every 5 minutes and kick non-members
* Run `:vehiclecheck` every 3 minutes to enforce vehicle restrictions
* Send a hint every 10 minutes reminding players to follow the rules
* Send an announcement every hour during an event
* Remind players to join your Discord server

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