How to use Inkling with your Together AI API key on TypingMind

Learn how to access and use Inkling with your Together AI API key through TypingMind. Get started with this AI model in minutes.

Multimodal MoE reasoning model (975B total, 41B active) for text, image, and audio

Together AI is an AI cloud for running open-source models. Its serverless inference API gives pay-per-token access to models like Llama, DeepSeek, Qwen, GLM, Kimi, MiniMax, and gpt-oss through an OpenAI-compatible endpoint.

Beyond serverless inference, Together AI offers dedicated endpoints, fine-tuning, batch inference, and GPU clusters for teams that need more control over performance and cost.

See the official Together AI documentation for more details.

Inkling Overview

Model NameInkling
ProviderTogether AI
Model IDthinkingmachines/Inkling
Model LogoGet the logo URL
Release DateJul 15, 2026
Last UpdatedJul 15, 2026
Context Window524,288 tokens
Max Output131,072 tokens
Pricing /1M tokens$1.00 input
$4.05 output
$0.17 cache read
Input Modalitiestext, image, audio
Output Modalitiestext
Capabilities
File UploadReasoningTool CallingStructured OutputTemperature ControlOpen Weights

Complete Setup Guide

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Get Your Together AI API Key

First, you'll need to obtain an API key from Together AI. This key allows you to access their AI models directly and pay only for what you use.

  1. Visit Together AI's API console
  2. Sign up or log in to your account
  3. Navigate to the API keys section
  4. Generate a new API key (copy it immediately as some providers only show it once)
  5. Save your API key in a secure password manager or encrypted note
Together AI API keys page

Sometimes, this provider will require you to add a payment method to your account before you can use your API key to chat with AI. So, to avoid any hiccups, make sure you've got a payment method set up and ready to go!

Important: Keep your API key secure and never share it publicly. Store it safely as you'll need it to connect with TypingMind.

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Configure TypingMind with Together AI API Key

  1. Open the Models page

    Open TypingMind, click "Models" in the left sidebar, then click "Add custom model" in the top right corner.

    TypingMind Models page with the Add custom model button
  2. Enter the model details

    Keep "Create Manually" selected and fill in the model details:

    Name: Inkling via Together AI (or your preferred name)
    Model ID: thinkingmachines/Inkling for example (check Together AI model list)
    Context Length: Enter the model's context window (e.g., 524288 for thinkingmachines/Inkling)
    Add Custom Model dialog in TypingMind filled in for thinkingmachines/Inkling
  3. Set up authentication

    In the "Authentication" tab, set the connection details:

    API Type: OpenAI Chat Completions API
    Endpoint URL: https://api.together.ai/v1/chat/completions
    Authentication Type: API Key via HTTP Header
    Header Key: Authorization
    Header Value: Bearer <TOGETHER_API_KEY>
    Together AI authentication settings in TypingMind
  4. Add pricing (optional)

    Open the "Pricing" tab and enter the model's input, output, and cache prices per 1M tokens so TypingMind can estimate your usage costs.

    Pricing settings in TypingMind for thinkingmachines/Inkling
  5. Check the capabilities

    In the "Capabilities" tab, keep "Auto check capabilities on save" on so TypingMind detects supported features like plugins, image input, and thinking, or enable them manually.

    Custom model capabilities settings in TypingMind
  6. Test and save

    Click "Test & Save" to verify the connection and add the model.

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Start chatting with Inkling

Now you can start chatting with Inkling through TypingMind:

  • Select Inkling from the model dropdown menu
  • Start typing your message in the chat input
  • Enjoy faster responses and better features than the official interface
  • Switch between different AI models as needed
Chat with Inkling from Together AI on TypingMind

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Why TypingMind + Together AI?

Chat with Inkling and 200+ other models in one workspace, using your own Together AI API key.

Best-in-class UI

TypingMind's interface is far superior to standard chat UIs.

Model flexibility

Switch between Inkling and 200+ models instantly.

Cost control

Pay only for what you use through Together AI.

One-time purchase

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Data privacy

Your conversations are stored locally by default, not on external servers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a subscription to use Inkling?

No. With your own Together AI API key, you pay only for what you use, with no monthly subscription. TypingMind is also a one-time purchase, not a subscription.

How much does it cost to use Inkling?

Inkling costs $1.00/1M input tokens and $4.05/1M output tokens via Together AI. A typical conversation costs around $0.01-0.10, depending on length.

Can I use other models besides Inkling?

Yes. Any model your Together AI API key can access works in TypingMind, and you can switch between it and models from other providers in the same chat.

Is my data private when using Inkling with TypingMind?

TypingMind stores your conversations locally (in your browser on the web version, on your device in the desktop app). Your messages are sent to Together AI with your API key, so check Together AI's data policy for how it handles API requests.

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