> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.tensorx.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.tensorx.ai/chat-interfaces/chatbox.md).

# Chatbox AI

Use TensorX models in Chatbox AI — the open-source desktop AI copilot for Mac, Windows, and Linux.

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## Overview

[Chatbox AI](https://chatboxai.app) is an open-source desktop application that provides a clean, native interface for chatting with AI models. It supports custom OpenAI-compatible endpoints, making it easy to connect to TensorX for a private, cost-effective AI assistant on your desktop.

{% hint style="success" %}
**Why Chatbox AI + TensorX?**

* 🖥️ **Native desktop app** — Mac, Windows, and Linux
* 🔒 **Privacy-first** — Data stays on your device, no tracking
* 💬 **Multiple conversations** — Organize chats with folders and tags
* 📝 **Markdown support** — Rich text rendering with code highlighting
* 💰 **Cost-effective** — Use powerful open-source models locally
  {% endhint %}

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## Prerequisites

* **Chatbox AI** — [Download here](https://chatboxai.app)
* A TensorX API key ([sign up here](https://app.tensorx.ai/register))

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## Setup

### Step 1: Open Settings

1. Launch Chatbox AI
2. Click the **Settings** icon (gear) in the bottom left

### Step 2: Configure Provider

| Setting         | Value                       |
| --------------- | --------------------------- |
| **AI Provider** | `OpenAI API Compatible`     |
| **API Host**    | `https://api.tensorx.ai/v1` |
| **API Key**     | Your TensorX API key        |
| **Model**       | `z-ai/glm-5.1`              |

### Step 3: Save and Test

Click **Save** and start a new conversation to test the connection.

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## Recommended Models

| Use Case           | Model                         | Why                             |
| ------------------ | ----------------------------- | ------------------------------- |
| **General use** ⭐  | `z-ai/glm-5.1`                | Coding, reasoning, general chat |
| **Reasoning**      | `deepseek/deepseek-r1-0528`   | Complex analysis                |
| **Balanced chat**  | `deepseek/deepseek-chat-v3.1` | Good all-round performance      |
| **Fast responses** | `minimax/minimax-m2`          | Quick and cost-effective        |
| **Long documents** | `moonshotai/kimi-k2.5`        | Large context window            |

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## Troubleshooting

### Connection Error

1. Verify the API Host is exactly `https://api.tensorx.ai/v1`
2. Check your API key is correct
3. Try selecting a different model

### Model Not Listed

Type the model name manually in the model field (e.g., `z-ai/glm-5.1`).

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## See Also

* [Chatbox AI Website](https://chatboxai.app)
* [Chatbox AI on GitHub](https://github.com/Bin-Huang/chatbox)
* [TensorX Models](https://tensorx.ai/models)


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