# Defer Reply **Introduction** This step is used to indicate that more time is needed to reply to a command interaction, displaying a "Bot is thinking" message. **Description** Useful in situations where responding to a command interaction exceeds 3 seconds, providing feedback to the user that the bot is processing their request. **Configuration** * **Interaction**: Select the interaction to which the bot is responding. This is a required parameter. **Usage** Ideal for commands or modal replies that require extended processing time, ensuring users are informed about the ongoing action. **Permissions** * No specific permissions are required for this step. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.flexy.bot/modules/discord/steps/defer-reply.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.