1_4996916723425739121

The format (numbers separated by an underscore) is typical for how files are indexed in Telegram's database.

(e.g., a PDF, a video, or a software update?) 1_4996916723425739121

This specific string of numbers, , is a unique internal File ID or Document ID . The format (numbers separated by an underscore) is

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These strings are used by the to identify documents, photos, or videos.