# Creating a Nado API Key

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#### Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

* A browser wallet (e.g., Rabby) set up with ETH for gas on Ink.
* An account on Nado with some Assets deposited, you can sign up to Nado [here](https://app.nado.xyz/perpetuals?join=1ltVdaO).

Pick your wallet of choice.&#x20;

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Create an Insilico subaccount and transfer some of your balance. You need to have at least 10$ in your main account in order to do this.&#x20;

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After that, give your account a name and click connect.&#x20;

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That's it! You can now trade on Nado through Insilico Terminal.&#x20;