How to Set Up Your API Key
SheetAI needs an API key to communicate with AI providers. You can use your own key from OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, xAI Grok, or DeepSeek.
Before you start
Make sure you have SheetAI installed. If not, install it first. You also need an API key — if you don't have one yet, see how to create an API key.
Steps to set up your API key
- 1
Open Google Sheets
Open an existing spreadsheet or create a new one.
- 2
Launch SheetAI
Go to Extensions → SheetAI App → Launch sidebar.
- 3
Open Settings
In the SheetAI sidebar, click on the Settings or gear icon.
- 4
Select your AI provider
Choose the provider you want to use: OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, xAI Grok, or DeepSeek.
- 5
Paste your API key
Paste the API key you generated from your provider's dashboard.
- 6
Save
Click Save. Your API key is stored securely in your Google account and is never sent to SheetAI servers.
- 7
Test it
Try a formula like =SHEETAI("hello") in any cell to confirm it works.
Supported API providers
| Provider | Where to get your key |
|---|---|
| OpenAI (GPT-4o, GPT-3.5) | platform.openai.com/api-keys |
| Google Gemini | aistudio.google.com/app/apikey |
| Anthropic (Claude) | console.anthropic.com/settings/keys |
| xAI (Grok) | console.x.ai |
| DeepSeek | platform.deepseek.com/api_keys |
Is my API key secure?
Yes. Your API key is stored in a secure container within your Google account. It is never visible to anyone, including SheetAI servers. The key is only used to make direct API calls from your Google Sheets session.
Who can use SheetAI functions in my spreadsheet?
All editors of the document can use SheetAI functions, but the API usage is charged to the API key of the spreadsheet's owner/creator.
Having trouble?
Check the common errors page or reach out at support@sheetai.app