Quick Start

Select a Node

Understand policy groups, latency tests, and automatic selection.

After importing a profile, open the Proxies page. It normally contains both individual nodes and policy groups created by the configuration provider.

A simple choice for first-time users

  1. Find the main policy group, often named Proxy, Node Selection, or Manual.
  2. Start with Auto Select or Fallback.
  3. If automatic selection performs poorly, test latency and choose a node manually.
  4. Keep Rule mode for normal use; you do not need to select a different node for every website.
Policy group names are controlled by the configuration provider, so your interface may not match the screenshots exactly. Look for the main group responsible for the default proxy route.

Test node latency

The latency test checks whether each node can connect and how quickly it responds.

Treat the results as a guide rather than a guarantee:

  • A lower number usually means a faster response.
  • Timeout means the test could not complete at that moment; it does not always mean permanent failure.
  • Low latency does not guarantee high download speed. Bandwidth, congestion, and the destination still matter.
  • Results may change when the test URL changes.

Automatic or manual selection

MethodBest forBehavior
Auto SelectEveryday browsing with minimal maintenanceSelects a node according to test results
FallbackUsers who prioritize stabilitySwitches to a backup when the current node fails
ManualUsers who need a specific region or routeGives full control but requires manual maintenance

Streaming and AI service tests

Some clients or configurations can test access to streaming, search, and AI services.

These results only describe the network at the time of testing. Account region, browser cache, DNS, exit location, and platform policies may also affect availability.

After selecting a node, enable the system proxy and verify the connection.

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