How to Configure MOTD and Server Rules in Terraria TShock

Note: Configuring MOTD and server rules in Terraria TShock allows administrators to establish clear server guidelines and display a custom welcome greeting whenever players connect. Setting up both files ensures an informative, professional multiplayer environment.

1. Log In to Your Panel

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2. Stop Your Server

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3. Access the Files Tab

Select the ‘Files’ tab from the top navigation bar to access the server file directory.

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4. Open the TShock Directory

Locate and select the tshock folder from the root file listings.

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5. Open the motd.txt File

Locate and select the motd.txt file to open the built-in message editor.

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6. Enter Your Welcome Greeting

Enter your customized welcome message into the file editor to greet players upon joining.

Welcome to our Terraria Server hosted on Cybrancee!
Type /rules to view community guidelines and /help for commands.

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7. Save the MOTD Configuration

Select the ‘Save Content’ button at the bottom right corner of the editor.

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8. Configure MOTD and Server Rules in Terraria TShock

Navigate back to the tshock directory, open rules.txt, and enter your server rules into the editor. Configuring clear MOTD and server rules in Terraria TShock ensures players understand community expectations before exploring.

1. Respect all players and staff members.
2. No griefing, stealing, or unauthorized building.
3. Keep chat friendly and avoid spamming.

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9. Start Your Server

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10. Verify MOTD and Rules Startup in Console

Monitor the console output to verify that your Terraria server starts up successfully and loads the message configurations without errors.

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