You need to log in into OpenRouter to generate your API keys.
Most models are paid, but you can find some free options.
1
Generate your API key
-
Log in to OpenRouter > Hover your profile menu at the upper-right corner > Select
Keys
. -
Click the
Create Key
button. -
Give your key a name (e.g., Shinkai) > Click
Create
.
2
Select the model to install
OpenRouter offers over 200 AI models to choose from. We are going to choose the free model: 
Meta: Llama 3.2 11B
. Copy the model id (see image)
3
Complete the manual installation in your Shinkai app
Paste the
Click 
model id
in the Custom Model Type
field.In AI Name
field you can customize how you want to see this AI displayed in your Chats.
This field only accepts alphanumeric characters and underscores.
Add AI
. You are all set!