Kilo Code
Add PromptsForLess to Kilo Code as an OpenAI-compatible custom provider, fetch models and run your first task.
Kilo Code supports custom providers. Add PromptsForLess with the OpenAI Compatible provider API.
Add a provider
- Open Kilo Code's Settings → Providers.
- Choose Custom provider.
- Set Provider ID to
promptsforlessand Display name toPromptsForLess. - Set Provider API to OpenAI Compatible.
- Enter
https://api.promptsforless.com/v1as Base URL and your key from the dashboard as API key. - Fetch models, or add an ID by hand, such as
deepseek-v4.1-flash. - Save and select the model in the picker.
These fields follow Kilo's OpenAI-compatible provider documentation. Older extension versions show the same fields under an OpenAI Compatible provider option.
Run a small task
Send a short prompt in a new conversation. Then ask for a read-only explanation of a small local file and check that the tool call completes. For agent work, pick a model with tool calling.
Set context and output limits in Kilo's custom-model settings to match the model's page in the catalog. Turn on image input only for models that accept images.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Fix |
|---|---|
| Fetch models fails | Check the key and base URL, then call /v1/models from the quickstart. |
| Model not found | Use the exact model ID from the catalog. |
| A token parameter is rejected | Check which output-token field your Kilo Code version sends. |
| Text works but an agent action fails | Pick a model with tool calling and retry. |
A direct quickstart request helps separate connection errors from editor settings. Check model prices before long sessions.