This tool helps you link local language models to your coding environment. Many developers run AI models on their own computers to keep data private. This plugin allows your editor to talk to those models without sending information to the cloud. It acts as a bridge between your code and your local server.
To run this software, your computer needs the following:
- Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- A local AI server already installed.
- At least 8 gigabytes of system memory.
- An active internet connection for the initial setup.
You install this tool by visiting the project page. Follow these steps to get the files:
- Visit this page to download.
- Look for the section labeled Releases on the right side of the screen.
- Click the link for the latest version.
- Locate the file ending in .exe or .msi.
- Click the file to save it to your computer.
Once you save the file to your computer, follow these instructions to set it up:
- Open your Downloads folder.
- Double-click the installer file you downloaded.
- If a window pops up asking for permission to run the file, click Run or Yes.
- Follow the setup screens. The default settings work for most users.
- Click Finish when the progress bar reaches the end.
After you finish the installation, you start the program through your Windows menu.
- Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
- Type the name of the program to find it in the list.
- Click the icon to launch the application.
- The program adds a small icon to your system tray in the bottom right corner of your screen.
- Right-click this icon to open the main control panel.
You must tell the plugin where your local AI server lives. Most local servers run on a specific address called localhost.
- Open the control panel from the system tray.
- Find the tab labeled Server Settings.
- Enter the URL of your local AI service. The default is usually http://localhost:11434.
- Click the Save button to store your settings.
- The status indicator should turn green once the plugin finds your server.
This plugin works best when joined with your coding editor.
- Open your code editor.
- Navigate to the extensions or plugins menu.
- Search for the OpenCode extension.
- Install the extension.
- Restart your editor to complete the link.
If the software does not behave as expected, check these common items:
- Restart your computer. This clears stuck background processes.
- Ensure your local LLM server is actually running before you start the plugin.
- Check your firewall settings. Sometimes Windows blocks local connections. Allow the plugin through the Windows Defender firewall.
- Make sure you use the correct port number. Most systems use default ports, but custom setups might change these.
This tool prioritizes your privacy. Because it connects to a server on your own machine, your code never travels over the internet. No external company sees your work. All processing happens locally on your hardware. You remain in control of your input and output at all times.
Check the download page periodically for new versions. Developers release updates to improve performance and fix errors. To update:
- Download the new version from the link provided above.
- Run the new installer.
- The installer detects your existing installation and replaces the old files automatically.
- Your settings remain saved during this process.
Large language models require significant hardware resources. If your computer feels slow, try these adjustments:
- Close unnecessary browser tabs while running the model.
- Assign more memory to your local server software if possible.
- Use a smaller model size if you experience lag or stuttering during text generation.
- Ensure your graphics driver is current for the best speed.