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title: Free VS Code AI Agents with Claude
description: "Set up free VS Code agents like Cline and Roo Code with an apiToken.sale Claude key — no Cursor Pro needed. One endpoint, every Claude model, at a discount."
url: https://apitoken.sale/docs/learn/vscode-ai-agents-one-prompt
language: en
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# Run free VS Code AI agents on Claude

You do not need Cursor Pro to get agentic coding. Free VS Code agents accept any Anthropic-compatible key, so Claude runs in VS Code on discounted balance.

## Point the agent at Claude

1. Install a free agent extension such as Cline or Roo Code.
2. Choose Anthropic as the API provider.
3. Set the base URL to https://api.apitoken.sale, paste your sk-pool-••• key, and pick a model like claude-sonnet-5.

## Pick the right model per task

- claude-sonnet-5 — the default for everyday coding and agent loops.
- claude-opus-4-8 — complex refactors, architecture and long sessions.
- claude-haiku-4-5 — fast, cheap edits and high-volume steps.

Because one key covers every model, you can switch per task in the extension without changing accounts or billing.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need Cursor Pro for AI coding?

No. Free VS Code agents like Cline and Roo Code work with an apiToken.sale Claude key.

### Which model should I pick?

claude-sonnet-5 for everyday coding; claude-opus-4-8 for complex tasks.

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