To get the most out of your Bulk AI Video Script Generator in Google Sheets, you’ll need an OpenAI API key and, optionally, a Perplexity API key.

Here’s a guide on what each key does and how to get them.

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Overview of the OpenAI and Perplexity API Keys

• OpenAI API Key: Provides access to OpenAI’s advanced language models, which handle core script generation in the tool. This is essential for generating video scripts tailored to various social media platforms.
  
• Perplexity API Key (Optional): Designed for research tasks, Perplexity enables quick information retrieval and summarization, which can be especially helpful for content that needs additional data insights or references.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your OpenAI API Key

To get your OpenAI API key, follow these steps:

1. Go to the OpenAI API Platform: OpenAI API
   
2. Log In or Create an Account:
   • Log in if you already have an account.
   • If not, select Sign Up to create one.
     
3. Navigate to API Keys:
   • Once logged in, head to the API Keys section in your dashboard.
     
4. Generate a New API Key:
   • Click Create New Secret Key to generate a unique key.
   • Important: Copy this key immediately, as OpenAI won’t display it again once you leave the page.
     
5. Save the Key in Your Sheet:
   • Enter this key in cell A2 in the Settings tab of your Bulk Video Script Generator sheet. This will activate the core script generation features.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Perplexity API Key (Optional)

1. Visit the Perplexity AI Website: Perplexity AI
   
2. Sign Up or Log In:
   • If you already have a Perplexity AI account, log in.
   • If not, select Create Account to set one up.
     
3. Go to API Key Management:
   • Once logged in, go to the API Key Management section in your account settings.
     
4. Create a New API Key:
   • Click Generate API Key to create a unique key.
   • Copy and save this key in a secure location, as Perplexity will only display it once.
     
5. Save the Key in Your Sheet:
   • Enter this key in cell A7 in the Settings tab of your Bulk Video Script Generator sheet. This step is optional but allows for enhanced research functionality.

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By following these instructions, you’ll be set up with the API keys required for your Bulk Video Script Generator to function at its best.

For more information on getting started, check out the Quick Start Guide.