> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.valq.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.valq.com/model/create-model/custom-model.md).

# Custom Model

Custom Model lets you create a model from scratch manually. 

Select **Custom Model** and click **Create.**

<figure><img src="/files/lWjIaZk7gPCUNLUScldm" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><strong>Choose Custom Model</strong></p></figcaption></figure>

Once you click Create, a blank model is created where you can structure the model as per your requirements.

<figure><img src="/files/LV1IpTWYhRKWfp5Kh8lh" alt=""><figcaption><p><strong>Custom Blank Model</strong></p></figcaption></figure>

{% hint style="info" %}
For guidance on building models, please refer to the [Model Editor](/model/model-editor.md) section. This section is further divided into two sections - [Node Operations](/model/model-editor/node-operations.md) and [Editor Features](/model/model-editor/editor-features.md) which can assist you in creating a custom model of your choice.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="info" %}
[Templates](/model/templates/apply-template.md#add-template-as-new-nodes) can also be used in a custom model where repetitive node structure is required.
{% endhint %}


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