how does tool registration work in python sdk | ElevenLabs | Page 1

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 9:56 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

In the ElevenLabs Python SDK, tool registration typically refers to the process of setting up and authenticating your API key to interact with ElevenLabs' services. Here's how it works:

1 Install the SDK: First, ensure you have the ElevenLabs Python SDK installed. You can do this using pip:

pip install elevenlabs

Import and Authenticate: Import the library and set your API key to authenticate your requests. You can obtain your API key from your ElevenLabs account.
```
from elevenlabs import set_api_key

# Replace 'your_api_key' with your actual API key
set_api_key("your_api_key")
```

Use the Tools: Once authenticated, you can use the SDK's features, such as generating speech, managing voices, or accessing other functionalities. For example:

from elevenlabs import generate, play

# Generate speech
audio = generate(
    text="Hello, this is a test.",
    voice="Rachel",
    model="eleven_monolingual_v1"
)

# Play the generated audio
play(audio)

Error Handling: If the API key is invalid or missing, the SDK will raise an error. Ensure your key is correct and has the necessary permissions.

For more details, you can refer to the API References or the Product Documentation. Let me know if you need further clarification!

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 9:57 PM

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i meant for client tool call from agent daashboard

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 9:57 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

The Python SDK currently does not support server-side tool calling or tool registration for client tool calls directly from the agent dashboard. You would need to handle such functionality separately, possibly by integrating middleware or external APIs to manage these interactions.

If you have further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask!

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 9:58 PM

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so iwould have to expose my code to the internet to access to it form the client tools set up in dashboard?

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 9:58 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

Yes, to enable your agent to call a client tool from the dashboard, your tool's code would need to be accessible over the internet. This typically involves hosting your tool on a server and exposing an endpoint that the agent can interact with.

To ensure secure communication, you can use methods like requiring an API key or implementing a signed URL mechanism. For private agents or tools requiring authorization, you can obtain a signed URL from your server, which securely communicates with the ElevenLabs API using your API key. This approach helps protect your tool and ensures only authorized access.

Let me know if you need further clarification!

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 10:00 PM

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isnt having the api key enough? i meaan i can already have conversation with my agent using the api key or is it diffferent when calling tools like client tools

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 10:00 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

To use client tools from the Agent Dashboard, your tool's endpoint must be accessible over the internet. This is because the ElevenLabs platform needs to send requests to your tool's API endpoint when the agent invokes it. Simply having the API key is not enough in this case, as the platform requires a publicly accessible endpoint to interact with your tool.

When using the API key for general interactions, such as having conversations with your agent, the API key is sufficient because you are directly making requests to the ElevenLabs API. However, for client tools, the setup is different since the platform acts as the intermediary, requiring your tool to be hosted and reachable online.

If you have further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask!

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 10:01 PM

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if i have it in port 80 would i just add that at the bottom of my script?

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 10:01 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

The provided content does not include specific details about setting up or registering client tools from the agent dashboard, nor does it explain whether exposing your code to the internet is required or how the API key interacts with client tools. Unfortunately, I cannot provide guidance on this topic based on the available information.

For further assistance, I recommend consulting the API References or Product Documentation for more details. If you still have questions, you can also reach out to our support team via the ticket form.

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 10:09 PM

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what about client-side tool calling

smoky ploverBOT Jan 27, 2025, 10:09 PM

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AI-generated Answer for dicartagena

The provided content does not include information about tool registration, client-side tool calling, or how to set up client tools for the agent dashboard. Unfortunately, I cannot provide guidance on this topic.

If you have further questions or need clarification, I recommend consulting the API References or Product Documentation for more details.

keen badger Jan 27, 2025, 10:22 PM

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how to set up client tool in client side.

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