VS Code Integration

Cline Guide

Set up Cline in Visual Studio Code with a single key to access all LLM models.

Required VS Code Extension

Search for "Cline" in the VS Code Extensions marketplace

Install Cline Extension

Open VS Code, search for "Cline" in Extensions, and install the official extension.

Quick Install

Press Ctrl+Shift+X in VS Code to open Extensions, search Cline

Get Your API Key

Go to the "Manage Keys" page to generate and copy your API key. Access all LLM models with a single key.

API Base URL

Please log in to view API Base URL

Configure Provider, Base URL and API Key

Open VS Code Settings and search for Cline settings, or edit settings.json directly.

{
  "cline.provider": "openai-compatible",
  "cline.openaiCompatible.baseUrl": "https://api.ithu.tw/v1",
  "cline.openaiCompatible.apiKey": "YOUR_API_KEY",
  "cline.model": "coder"
}

Note

This is an example; actual field names may vary by version. Use the extension's provided fields.

Choose a Model

Switch between different models with a single key.

coder Default

Current default: coder (a 120b model for vibe coding).

gpt-oss-120b Chat

Large chat model for complex reasoning

Verify and Use

Restart VS Code or reload the window to apply settings.
Try simple tasks in Cline, e.g., create a README or add a file. Access all LLM models with a single key.
For errors, refer to the following troubleshooting:
- 401/403: Verify that your API key is correct and valid.
- Connection failed: Check Base URL and network settings.