$authorTag

The variable $authorTag returns the complete tag of the author of the message. This is the equivalent of $userTag but explicitly linked to the author of the message.

Syntax

$authorTag

Return value

• Type: Character string
• Old format: username#discriminator for legacy accounts
• New format: simply the username for new accounts

Behavior

• $authorTag takes no arguments.
• Equivalent to $userTag in the context of a text command.
• For new accounts, the tag is identical to the username.

Examples

Profile of the author

$title[Profile of $authorTag]
$author[$authorUsername;$authorAvatar]
$description[
**Name:** $authorUsername
**Tag:** $authorTag
**ID:** $authorID
]
$color[#5865F2]
$sendMessage[]

Notes

• The username#discriminator format is obsolete for new Discord accounts.
• For reliable identification, use $authorID.
• $authorTag and $userTag are generally identical in text commands.