Local Runtime Integrations

LM Studio Local Server

Local server mode for connecting desktop-tested models to apps through a local API workflow.

Best for

Builders who want visual model testing plus a local endpoint for prototypes.

Integration profile

Workflow: Local Runtime IntegrationsLocal support: trueSetup: BeginnerProprietary free tier

Model support

Supports compatible local models loaded through LM Studio; exact support depends on the model and format.

How to use this integration

Local API testing
Desktop model evaluation
Prototype integrations

Where it fits

LM Studio Local Server fits in the local runtime integrations layer of an AI stack. Use it when you need model outputs connected to real workflows, and evaluate it against your privacy needs, deployment model, team habits, and operational complexity.

Related models

Gemma 3 27B
Mistral Small 3.1
Phi-4 Mini

Source and docs

LM Studio docs