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| LocalAI provides a comprehensive set of features for running AI models locally. This section covers all the capabilities and functionalities available in LocalAI. | |
| ## Core Features | |
| - **[Text Generation](text-generation/)** - Generate text with GPT-compatible models using various backends | |
| - **[Image Generation](image-generation/)** - Create images with Stable Diffusion and other diffusion models | |
| - **[Audio Processing](audio-to-text/)** - Transcribe audio to text and generate speech from text | |
| - **[Embeddings](embeddings/)** - Generate vector embeddings for semantic search and RAG applications | |
| - **[GPT Vision](gpt-vision/)** - Analyze and understand images with vision-language models | |
| ## Advanced Features | |
| - **[OpenAI Functions](openai-functions/)** - Use function calling and tools API with local models | |
| - **[Constrained Grammars](constrained_grammars/)** - Control model output format with BNF grammars | |
| - **[GPU Acceleration](GPU-acceleration/)** - Optimize performance with GPU support | |
| - **[Distributed Inference](distributed_inferencing/)** - Scale inference across multiple nodes | |
| - **[Model Context Protocol (MCP)](mcp/)** - Enable agentic capabilities with MCP integration | |
| ## Specialized Features | |
| - **[Object Detection](object-detection/)** - Detect and locate objects in images | |
| - **[Reranker](reranker/)** - Improve retrieval accuracy with cross-encoder models | |
| - **[Stores](stores/)** - Vector similarity search for embeddings | |
| - **[Model Gallery](model-gallery/)** - Browse and install pre-configured models | |
| - **[Backends](backends/)** - Learn about available backends and how to manage them | |
| - **[Runtime Settings](runtime-settings/)** - Configure application settings via web UI without restarting | |
| ## Getting Started | |
| To start using these features, make sure you have [LocalAI installed](/installation/) and have [downloaded some models](/getting-started/models/). Then explore the feature pages above to learn how to use each capability. | |