> ## Documentation Index
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# Z.ai

This guide shows you how to connect your [Z.ai](http://Z.ai) API key to TypingMind so you can use [Z.ai](http://Z.ai) models directly in your TypingMind workspace.

## Step 1: Log in to [Z.ai](http://Z.ai) API

Log in to your [Z.ai](http://Z.ai) account at [**https://z.ai/subscribe**](https://z.ai/subscribe).

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## Step 2: Create an API key

After logging in, go to the API Key page: [**https://z.ai/manage-apikey/apikey-list**](https://z.ai/manage-apikey/apikey-list) → Create a new API key, then copy it.

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Keep this key private. Do not share it publicly or expose it in client-side code.

## Step 3: Add the API key to TypingMind

* Go to [**typingmind.com**](http://typingmind.com)
* Navigate the Models menu on the left sidebar → Switch to API key tab
* Input the copied API key for Zai.

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After entering the API key for Zai, switch back to Models tab → select Zai → enable Zai models you want to chat with.

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