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# Create and Edit Auth Types

### Creating a New Auth Type

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### Editing an Existing Auth Type

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### Best Practices

* Use clear, descriptive names
* Start with specific conditions, add broader ones if needed
* Test new or edited auth types on sample APIs
* Document custom auth types for your team