FAQ

Connection Timeout or No Response from File

Problem Description: Users using proxies or located in mainland China may encounter connection timeout errors.

Solution:

1. Check Network Proxy Configuration:

   • Use command terminal to test if openai.com (or other API Base URL) can be pinged.
     • Command example: ping openai.com.
     • Note: Being able to access the website via a browser doesn't necessarily mean the command terminal can, you may need to set the proxy for the terminal separately.
   • Set environment variable HTTPS_PROXY:
     • Example: http://127.0.0.1:7890 (If using clash proxy, the default port is 7890).
     • For clash users, make sure the TUN feature is enabled.

2. Perform the Following Operations:

   • Confirm the proxy configuration is correct, and restart the proxy tool if necessary.
   • Try changing the proxy or check the network connection.
   • Use an API Base URL that can be accessed properly.

For more details, see GitHub Issue #17.

Exceeding AI Model Context Limit

Problem Description: The AI model has a character limit for context, exceeding it may cause processing failures.

Solution:

1. Process Partial Text:

   • Most features allow users to select part of the text, then right-click to call the AI function, thus reducing the number of characters.

2. Process in Batches:

   • Split the text into smaller segments and process them separately.

3. Switch Model:

   • Use an AI model that supports a larger context.

Unable to Use Configured Third-Party API Base URL

Problem Description: After configuring a third-party API Base URL, the AI functionality cannot be used properly.

Solution:

1. Check the API Base URL:

   • Verify that the configured API Base URL is correct.
   • The default API Base URL is https://api.openai.com/v1.
   • Try adding or removing /v1 in the URL to ensure correct configuration.

2. Confirm API Compliance with OpenAI Interface Specification:

   • Ask the provider if their API complies with OpenAI's interface specification.

3. Check if API Base URL and AI model support function_call feature:

   • Some functionalities use the function_call feature, which might not be supported by some third-party large language models.

Command 'aide.xxxx' Not Found

Problem Description: When using Aide functionality, it prompts Command 'aide.xxxx' not found.

Solution:

1. Check if your VSCode version is greater than v1.82.0:

   • Aide requires VSCode version greater than v1.82.0.

2. Check if Aide is installed correctly and is the latest version:

   • Open the extension sidebar in VSCode, search for Aide, and ensure the latest version is installed.

3. If the above methods do not work:

   • Try restarting VSCode.
   • If the issue persists, try reinstalling Aide.