AI setup
Deskless uses a bring-your-own-key model for cloud AI. You choose the provider and model, keep control of provider billing, and send requests directly from your device.
Supported providers
| Provider | Create a key |
|---|---|
| OpenAI | platform.openai.com/api-keys |
| Anthropic | console.anthropic.com |
| aistudio.google.com/apikey | |
| xAI | console.x.ai |
Available model names can change. Deskless shows the models supported by the current app and provider configuration.
Add a provider key
- Open Settings → AI.
- Choose a provider.
- Paste the API key created in that provider’s console.
- Select a default model if prompted.
- Save and run a small Explain request to confirm the connection.
Keys are stored using the secure credential storage provided by your operating system. Deskless does not send them to its own servers.
One-shot AI actions
Select code, open the AI actions menu, then choose Explain, Improve, Add Comments, or Find Bugs. Actions that can edit code show the result for review before you insert or replace anything.
Agent Mode
Use Agent Mode for multi-file, multi-step work. It can inspect the repo, build a plan, target relevant files and symbols, propose patches, verify risky edits, and present a grouped review. See Agent Mode for the complete workflow.
Privacy and cost
- Requests go directly from your device to the provider you selected.
- The provider’s terms, retention settings, rate limits, and pricing apply.
- Deskless does not sell AI credits or add a usage markup.
- Send only code and context you are authorized to share.
- Always review and test generated changes.