# Bing

> Tool author @Dify.

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The Bing search tool can help you obtain online search results when using LLM applications. Below are the steps to configure and use the Bing search tool in Dify.

## 1. Apply for Bing API Key

Please apply for an API Key on the [Azure platform](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/bing/apis/bing-web-search-api).

## 2. Fill in the configuration in Dify

In the Dify navigation page, click `Tools > Azure > Authorize` to fill in the API Key.

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## 3. Use the tool

You can use the Bing tool in the following application types.

* **Chatflow / Workflow applications**

Both Chatflow and Workflow applications support adding `Bing` tool nodes.

* **Agent applications**

Add the `Bing` tool in the Agent application, then enter the online search command to call this tool.