> 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

Configure Chatbox AI to use the TensorX API on macOS, Windows or Linux.

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## Overview

[Chatbox AI](https://chatboxai.app) is an open-source desktop client that supports custom OpenAI-compatible endpoints.

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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-5.3`              |

### Step 3: Save and Test

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

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## Model selection

Call `GET /v1/models` with your TensorX API key and use one of the returned IDs. If the integration depends on a capability or token limit, query `GET /v1/model/info` before selecting the model. See [Models](/api-reference/models.md) for examples.

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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-5.3`).

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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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