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# MiniMax

> Learn how to configure and use MiniMax models with Cline. Access MiniMax-M2 series models with large context windows, prompt caching, and reasoning support.

MiniMax provides AI models with large context windows and competitive pricing, featuring the MiniMax-M2 series.

**Website:** [https://www.minimax.io/](https://www.minimax.io/)

### Getting an API Key

1. **Sign Up/Sign In:** Go to the [MiniMax Platform](https://www.minimax.io/platform). Create an account or sign in.
2. **Navigate to API Keys:** Access the API key section.
3. **Create a Key:** Generate a new API key.
4. **Copy the Key:** Copy the API key immediately and store it securely.

### Supported Models

Cline supports the following MiniMax models:

* `MiniMax-M2.7` (Default) - Latest flagship model with enhanced reasoning and coding, 192K context, prompt caching, and reasoning/thinking support ($0.30/$1.20 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2.7-highspeed` - High-speed version of M2.7 for low-latency scenarios ($0.60/$2.40 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2.5` - Previous flagship with 192K context, prompt caching, and reasoning support ($0.30/$1.20 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2.5-highspeed` - High-speed version of M2.5 ($0.60/$2.40 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2.1` - Earlier generation with 192K context and prompt caching ($0.30/$1.20 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2.1-lightning` - Fast variant with higher output pricing ($0.60/$2.40 per 1M tokens)
* `MiniMax-M2` - Earlier generation with 192K context ($0.30/$1.20 per 1M tokens)

### Configuration in Cline

1. **Open Cline Settings:** Click the settings icon (⚙️) in the Cline panel.
2. **Select Provider:** Choose "MiniMax" from the "API Provider" dropdown.
3. **Enter API Key:** Paste your MiniMax API key.
4. **Select Model:** Choose your desired model from the "Model" dropdown.

### Tips and Notes

* **Large Context:** All models support 192K token context windows.
* **Reasoning Support:** M2.7 and M2.5 support extended thinking/reasoning for complex tasks.
* **Prompt Caching:** M2.7 (including highspeed), M2.5 (including highspeed), and M2.1 models support prompt caching for reduced costs on repeated queries.
* **Pricing:** Check the [MiniMax pricing page](https://www.minimax.io/platform/document/pricing) for current rates.