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Getting Started

Quickly start parsing documents with LlamaParse—whether you prefer Python, TypeScript, or using the web UI. This guide walks you through creating an API key and running your first job.






Get your API Key

Follow these quick steps in LlamaCloud:

  • Go to the API Key section in the left sidebar
  • Click "Generate New Key"
  • Give your key a name and hit "Create"
  • Copy the key immediately – you won't be able to view it again

If you ever lose or leak your key, you can revoke it and generate a new one in the same section.



Choose Your Setup


Using LlamaParse in the Web UI

If you're non-technical or just want to quickly sandbox LlamaParse, the web interface is the easiest way to get started.

Step-by-Step Workflow

  1. Go to LlamaCloud
  2. Upload your document
  3. Choose a parsing Preset or switch to Custom for advanced configuration
  4. Click Run and view your parsed results right in the browser

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Choosing a Preset

LlamaParse offers three main presets:

  • Fast – Optimized for speed and cost. Best for text-heavy documents with minimal structure.
  • Balanced – The default option. Strikes a balance between accuracy, layout, and performance.
  • Premium – Maximum fidelity. Best for complex layouts, tables, and visual structure.

Learn more about parsing presets

Custom Mode (Advanced)

The Custom preset gives you full control over how your documents are parsed. You can select from a wide range of modes including multimodal and model-specific options.

This is best suited for advanced use cases. Learn more about parsing modes


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