Cline CLI v3.0.67: Improved Output Handling and Custom Provider Fixes
The latest Cline CLI update addresses lost output for large MCP tool responses, fixes issues with custom providers, adds clearer error messages when saving provider credentials, and requires attention for Vultr model ID changes.
What changed?
Cline CLI v3.0.67 introduces several improvements and fixes: - The agent can now read the full output from MCP tools even if it exceeds the context window, by providing a preview and using `read_files` for pagination. - Custom providers defined in `providers.json` or `models.json` now work correctly when running a task, resolving an issue where they previously failed with an "Unknown or disabled provider" error. - If saving provider credentials fails during onboarding or in the provider settings dialog, the error now displays in place instead of failing silently. - Vultr's model IDs were renamed upstream, which may require users with pinned Vultr models to re-select their model.
Why does it matter to an everyday developer?
These changes improve developer experience and reliability: - Large tool outputs are no longer truncated and lost; you can now access the full MCP tool results, critical for debugging and automation workflows. - Custom provider integrations are now reliable, removing friction for anyone defining or maintaining third-party or local AI providers in the CLI setup. - Immediate feedback on provider credential failures assists in setup and troubleshooting. - Developers relying on Vultr models must be aware of the model ID changes to avoid interruptions if they have pinned specific models.
What can the developer do now?
- Upgrade to CLI v3.0.67 to benefit from improved output handling and provider support.
- If you define custom providers in `providers.json` or `models.json`, re-run your tasks to confirm the fix resolves prior errors.
- Check for any credential errors during onboarding or provider edits—these are now shown in context.
