> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.trysixth.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Ollama

> A quick guide to setting up Ollama for local AI model execution with Sixth.

### 📋 Prerequisites

* Windows, macOS, or Linux computer
* Sixth installed in VS Code

### 🚀 Setup Steps

#### 1. Install Ollama

* Visit [ollama.com](https://ollama.com)
* Download and install for your operating system

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#### 2. Choose and Download a Model

* Browse models at [ollama.com/search](https://ollama.com/search)
* Select model and copy command:

  ```bash theme={null}
  ollama run [model-name]
  ```

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* Open your Terminal and run the command:

  * Example:

    ```bash theme={null}
    ollama run llama2
    ```

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**✨ Your model is now ready to use within Sixth!**

#### 3. Configure Sixth

1. Open VS Code
2. Click Sixth settings icon
3. Select "Ollama" as API provider
4. Enter configuration:
   * Base URL: `http://localhost:11434/` (default value, can be left as is)
   * Select the model from your available options

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### ⚠️ Important Notes

* Start Ollama before using with Sixth
* Keep Ollama running in background
* First model download may take several minutes

### 🔧 Troubleshooting

If Sixth can't connect to Ollama:

1. Verify Ollama is running
2. Check base URL is correct
3. Ensure model is downloaded

Need more info? Read the [Ollama Docs](https://github.com/ollama/ollama/blob/main/docs/api.md).