How to Apply for Gemini API Key and Use AI Image
Learn how to apply for a Gemini API key, and explore the usage of AI Image for generating and editing images with Google Gemini 2.0 Flash.
Gemini is Google’s cutting-edge generative language model. In this guide, you'll learn how to apply for a Gemini API key and integrate its powerful features into your projects. We’ll walk you through using AI Image for dynamic image generation and editing via Google Gemini 2.0 Flash.
How to Apply for a Gemini API Key
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Visit the Google AI Platform:
Go to Google AI Studio and sign in with your Google account. -
Create a New Project:
If you don’t have an existing project, create a new one via the Google Cloud Console. -
Enable the Gemini API:
Navigate to the API Library and search for the Gemini API. Click "Enable" to add it to your project. -
Generate an API Key:
In the Cloud Console, go to the "Credentials" section and click "Create Credentials". Choose "API Key" and copy the generated key.Note: Keep your API key secure and restrict its usage via application restrictions and API restrictions.
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Set Up Environment Variables:
Store your API key in a secure place (e.g., in a.env.local
file):GOOGLE_GENERATIVE_AI_API_KEY=your_generated_api_key_here
How to use AI Image
You can test it in AI Image
and if you set up GOOGLE_GENERATIVE_AI_API_KEY,you can use it directly before you run BuouNext success