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Custom models

Connect third-party models to Qoder CN Individual Professional Edition using an API key.
Applicable editionIndividual Professional Edition (Also available as a limited-time free trial for Individual Basic Edition users)
Supported providersAlibaba Cloud Model Studio, Zhipu, Kimi, and MiniMax

Add a custom model

  1. Open Qoder CN settingsIn the upper-left corner of the IDE, click Qoder CN and select Preferences > Qoder CN Settings.
  2. Go to the Model panelIn the left-side navigation pane, select Model.The model management page displays your configured custom models. Each model card shows the model name, tags, and provider information, and includes controls to edit, delete, or enable/disable the model. To add a new custom model, click + Add in the upper-right corner.
  3. Add a modelClick Add, select a provider, choose a model, and enter your API key.To get a key, click Get API Key to open the provider's key management page.
  4. Verify the connectionClick Add. The connection is verified automatically.
  5. Use the modelAfter setup, select the model in the dialog to use it.

Manage custom models

The Model panel supports the following operations:
ActionsDescription
EditModify the model's alias.
DeleteDeletes the model. Once deleted, you can no longer use it.
Enable/disableToggles the model's visibility in the selection list.

FAQ

Do custom models consume Qoder CN quota?

No. Custom model usage is billed by the provider to your API account and does not consume Qoder CN quota.

Where do I get an API key?

Get your API key from the provider's platform:

What if model addition fails?

Verify the following:
  1. The API key is correct and contains no extra spaces.
  2. The API key has not expired or been disabled.
  3. Your provider account has a sufficient balance.
  4. Your network connection is working properly.

Can I add multiple models from one provider?

Yes. Add different model versions or use different API keys from the same provider.