Configure access to the Google Cloud Search API

You must configure access to the Google Cloud Search API before using it directly or through an SDK. This document covers the steps required for the Cloud Search API REST API.

1. Create an API project

To enable the API, first create a Google Cloud project. This project is the foundation for using Google Cloud services, managing APIs, and setting permissions.

  1. Open the Google Cloud console.
  2. Click the project drop-down to the right of "Google Cloud console" and select NEW PROJECT.
  3. Enter a name in the Project Name field.
  4. (Optional) Click