# Dataforseo Related Keywords
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Blocks for finding semantically related keywords using the DataForSEO Labs API.
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## Data For Seo Related Keywords

### What it is
Get related keywords from DataForSEO Labs Google API

### How it works
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This block uses the DataForSEO Labs Google Related Keywords API to find semantically related keywords based on a seed keyword. It returns keywords that share similar search intent or topic relevance.

The depth parameter controls the breadth of the search, with higher values returning exponentially more related keywords. Results include search metrics, competition data, and optional SERP/clickstream information.
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### Inputs

| Input | Description | Type | Required |
|-------|-------------|------|----------|
| keyword | Seed keyword to find related keywords for | str | Yes |
| location_code | Location code for targeting (e.g., 2840 for USA) | int | No |
| language_code | Language code (e.g., 'en' for English) | str | No |
| include_seed_keyword | Include the seed keyword in results | bool | No |
| include_serp_info | Include SERP information | bool | No |
| include_clickstream_data | Include clickstream metrics | bool | No |
| limit | Maximum number of results (up to 3000) | int | No |
| depth | Keyword search depth (0-4). Controls the number of returned keywords: 0=1 keyword, 1=~8 keywords, 2=~72 keywords, 3=~584 keywords, 4=~4680 keywords | int | No |

### Outputs

| Output | Description | Type |
|--------|-------------|------|
| error | Error message if the operation failed | str |
| related_keywords | List of related keywords with metrics | List[RelatedKeyword] |
| related_keyword | A related keyword with metrics | RelatedKeyword |
| total_count | Total number of related keywords returned | int |
| seed_keyword | The seed keyword used for the query | str |

### Possible use case
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**Topic Clustering**: Group related keywords to build comprehensive content clusters around a topic.

**Semantic SEO**: Discover LSI (latent semantic indexing) keywords to improve content relevance.

**Keyword Expansion**: Expand targeting beyond exact match to capture related search traffic.
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## Related Keyword Extractor

### What it is
Extract individual fields from a RelatedKeyword object

### How it works
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This block extracts individual fields from a RelatedKeyword object returned by the Related Keywords block. It separates the compound object into distinct outputs for workflow integration.

Outputs include the keyword text, search volume, competition score, CPC, keyword difficulty, and any SERP or clickstream data that was requested in the original search.
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### Inputs

| Input | Description | Type | Required |
|-------|-------------|------|----------|
| related_keyword | The related keyword object to extract fields from | RelatedKeyword | Yes |

### Outputs

| Output | Description | Type |
|--------|-------------|------|
| error | Error message if the operation failed | str |
| keyword | The related keyword | str |
| search_volume | Monthly search volume | int |
| competition | Competition level (0-1) | float |
| cpc | Cost per click in USD | float |
| keyword_difficulty | Keyword difficulty score | int |
| serp_info | SERP data for the keyword | Dict[str, Any] |
| clickstream_data | Clickstream data metrics | Dict[str, Any] |

### Possible use case
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**Keyword Prioritization**: Extract metrics to rank related keywords by opportunity score.

**Content Optimization**: Access keyword difficulty and search volume for content planning decisions.

**Competitive Analysis**: Pull competition and CPC data to assess keyword viability.
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