> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Cline

> One of the most capable AI coding extensions for VS Code. Connects to ePhone AI via the OpenAI-compatible interface.

[Cline](https://github.com/cline/cline) is a VS Code AI coding extension that can autonomously read and write files, run terminal commands, and interact with the browser — completing full coding tasks from requirements to implementation.

## Installation & Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install the Cline Extension">
    Search for **Cline** in the VS Code Extensions marketplace, or visit:
    [VS Code Marketplace](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=saoudrizwan.claude-dev)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open Cline Configuration">
    Press `Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + P`, search for **Cline: Open in New Tab**, and open the Cline panel.

    Click the **Settings (gear icon)** in the top right to open the configuration page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter API Configuration">
    * **API Provider**: Select `OpenAI Compatible`
    * **Base URL**: `https://api.ephone.ai/v1`
    * **API Key**: Your ePhone AI API key
    * **Model**: The model you want to use, e.g. `gpt-4o` or `claude-opus-4-5-20251101`

    Click **Save** when done.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Using">
    Return to the Cline panel and describe your task. Cline will analyze your codebase and execute the necessary operations automatically.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Recommended Models

| Use Case                 | Recommended Model          |
| ------------------------ | -------------------------- |
| General coding tasks     | `gpt-4o`                   |
| Complex agent tasks      | `claude-opus-4-5-20251101` |
| Quick, lightweight tasks | `gpt-4o-mini`              |

## Notes

<Warning>
  Cline's Agent mode automatically reads/writes files and executes commands. Only use it in trusted project directories, and review each action before approving.
</Warning>

* To use Claude models, you can also switch the Provider to `Anthropic` and set the Base URL to `https://api.ephone.ai/anthropic`
* Cline supports custom system prompts — configure project-level rules in its settings