LM Studio: Your Local Large Language Model Playground

LM Studio is a user-friendly desktop application empowering you to explore the world of open-source Large Language Models (LLMs) directly on your machine. This cross-platform application simplifies the process of discovering, downloading, and running ggml-compatible models from Hugging Face, all without needing an internet connection once downloaded.

Features

• Offline Access: Run LLMs locally on your laptop, ensuring complete privacy and offline accessibility.
• Hugging Face Integration: Easily browse and download compatible models directly from Hugging Face repositories within the app.
• Versatile Model Support: Works with a wide range of popular models, including Llama 2, Orca, Vicuna, NousHermes, WizardCoder, MPT, and StarCoder.
• Multiple Interaction Methods: Interact with models via the intuitive in-app Chat UI or by setting up a local OpenAI-compatible server.
• GPU Acceleration: Leverages your GPU for optimal performance when available.
• Simple Interface: Enjoy a streamlined and powerful user interface for configuring and running models.

Benefits

• Privacy: Maintain control over your data by running LLMs locally.
• Convenience: Easily explore and experiment with various LLMs without internet dependency.
• Performance: Benefit from GPU acceleration for faster model execution.
• Flexibility: Choose between the in-app chat or a local OpenAI compatible server.

Use Cases

• Experimentation: Test and compare different LLMs for research or personal projects.
• Offline Applications: Develop applications that require LLM processing without an internet connection.
• Customization: Fine-tune and adapt models for specific tasks.

LM Studio, powered by llama.cpp, is perfect for personal use; contact the LM Studio team for business inquiries.