Advanced Beginner 10-20 min
Configure Multiple AI Models
Set up and switch between multiple AI models like Claude, Gemini, and GPT
#AI Models
#Configuration
#Claude
Prerequisites
- OpenClaw deployed
- API keys for AI models
Steps
1
Get API Key
Get API Key from model providers.
Commands
Claude
Visit https://console.anthropic.com → Sign up → API Keys → Create Key OpenAI
Visit https://platform.openai.com → Sign up → API Keys → Create Key Google Gemini
Visit https://aistudio.google.com → Sign up → Get API Key Tips
- • Gemini has free quota, good for beginners
- • Claude 3.5 Sonnet is powerful but more expensive
- • You can configure multiple models at the same time
2
Add Model Configuration
Add model in OpenClaw.
Commands
All Systems
OpenClaw Admin UI → Settings → Model Configuration → Add Model → select the model type → enter the API Key Tips
- • You can add multiple models of the same type (e.g., multiple Claude models)
- • Each model can have different parameters (temperature, max tokens, etc.)
3
Set Default Model
Select the primary model to use.
Commands
All Systems
Model Configuration → select a model → set as default Tips
- • Default model will handle most requests
- • For complex tasks, you can temporarily switch to a stronger model
4
Configure Model Strategy (Optional)
Assign different models for different types of tasks.
Commands
All Systems
Settings → Model Strategy → add a rule (e.g., Haiku for simple questions, Sonnet for complex reasoning) Tips
- • This balances performance and cost
- • Use cheaper models for simple tasks, stronger models for complex tasks
Common Issues
API Key invalid?
Check if copied correctly, ensure no extra spaces. Some models require binding payment method
API call timeout?
May be network issue, consider using proxy or switching to domestic models