> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://mappy-docs.tech-arms.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://mappy-docs.tech-arms.io/getting-started/onboarding/set-up-google-api.md).

# Set Up Google API

**An API key is essential for displaying the map on your store locator page and for key functionalities like search and directions. Therefore, be sure to add your API key to the settings.**

To put the Google API key into our app, follow these steps:

* Click the **Set Up Google API** button in the setup guide

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* Or go to the **Settings** tab > Select **Google API**.

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* Enter your **API Key** and click **Save.**

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**If you don't have an API key, please refer to the following guide to get one**:

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[Generating and Setting API Keys](/getting-started/settings/google-api-settings/generating-and-setting-api-keys.md)
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