> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://modelmesh.gitbook.io/cline-zhong-wen-ban-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://modelmesh.gitbook.io/cline-zhong-wen-ban-docs/lm-studio.md).

# LM Studio

### 🤖 Setting Up LM Studio with Cline <a href="#setting-up-lm-studio-with-cline" id="setting-up-lm-studio-with-cline"></a>

Run AI models locally using LM Studio with Cline.

#### 📋 Prerequisites <a href="#prerequisites" id="prerequisites"></a>

* Windows, macOS, or Linux computer with AVX2 support
* Cline installed in VS Code

#### 🚀 Setup Steps <a href="#setup-steps" id="setup-steps"></a>

**1. Install LM Studio**

* Visit [lmstudio.ai](https://lmstudio.ai/)
* Download and install for your operating system

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**2. Launch LM Studio**

* Open the installed application
* You'll see four tabs on the left: **Chat**, **Developer** (where you will start the server), **My Models** (where your downloaded models are stored), **Discover** (add new models)

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**3. Download a Model**

* Browse the "Discover" page
* Select and download your preferred model
* Wait for download to complete

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**4. Start the Server**

* Navigate to the "Developer" tab
* Toggle the server switch to "Running"
* Note: The server will run at `http://localhost:1234`

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**5. Configure Cline**

1. Open VS Code
2. Click Cline settings icon
3. Select "LM Studio" as API provider
4. Select your model from the available options

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#### ⚠️ Important Notes <a href="#important-notes" id="important-notes"></a>

* Start LM Studio before using with Cline
* Keep LM Studio running in background
* First model download may take several minutes depending on size
* Models are stored locally after download

#### 🔧 Troubleshooting <a href="#troubleshooting" id="troubleshooting"></a>

1. If Cline can't connect to LM Studio:
2. Verify LM Studio server is running (check Developer tab)
3. Ensure a model is loaded
4. Check your system meets hardware requirements