Configure Cline VS Code extension to use Adaptive’s intelligent routing for 60-80% cost savings while maintaining the same AI-assisted development experience.
Save 60-80% on AI development costs with intelligent model routing. Works as a drop-in replacement in your favorite VS Code AI assistant.

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Get Your Adaptive API Key

Visit llmadaptive.uk to create an account and generate your API key.

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Quick Setup

Install Cline Extension

  1. Open VS Code Extensions Marketplace
  2. Search for “cline” and install the official extension
  3. Click the Cline icon in the sidebar

Configure API Settings

Select “Use your own API Key” and enter:
API Provider: OpenAI Compatible
Base URL: https://www.llmadaptive.uk/api/v1
API Key: your-adaptive-api-key
Model: [leave empty for intelligent routing]

Start Coding

Begin using Cline for code generation, debugging, and AI-assisted development with cost-optimized routing.

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Alternative Setup Methods

// In VS Code settings.json
{
  "cline.provider": "openai-compatible",
  "cline.baseUrl": "https://www.llmadaptive.uk/api/v1",
  "cline.apiKey": "your-adaptive-api-key"
}

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Troubleshooting

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Next Steps

Monitor Usage & Savings

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API Documentation

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