What is LM Studio?
LM Studio is a powerful desktop application designed for running Large Language Models (LLMs) entirely offline on local machines. The platform supports multiple leading model architectures including Llama 3.2, Mistral, Phi, Gemma, DeepSeek, and Qwen 2.5, making it versatile for various AI applications.
The application features an intuitive Chat UI and provides OpenAI-compatible local server functionality. Users can easily download compatible model files from Hugging Face repositories and discover new LLMs through the app's built-in Discover page. The platform emphasizes privacy by keeping all data local to the user's machine.
Features
- Offline Operation: Run LLMs entirely offline on local hardware
- Local Document Chat: Interact with local documents (as of version 0.3)
- Dual Interface: Access via in-app Chat UI or OpenAI compatible local server
- Model Integration: Download compatible models from Hugging Face repositories
- Model Discovery: Built-in Discover page for finding new LLMs
- Multi-Architecture Support: Compatible with GGUF Llama, Mistral, Phi, Gemma, StarCoder models
Use Cases
- Local AI model deployment
- Private document analysis
- Offline language processing
- Secure data processing
- Personal AI assistance
- Development and testing of AI applications
FAQs
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Does LM Studio collect any data?
No. One of the main reasons for using a local LLM is privacy, and LM Studio is designed for that. Your data remains private and local to your machine. -
Can I use LM Studio at work?
Business users need to fill out the LM Studio @ Work request form to get approval for workplace usage.
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