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title: Use LightGBM algo for classification model training
description: Enable the LightGBM \(Light Gradient-Boosting Machine\) algorithm as an advanced option for training classification models.
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last_updated: "2026-03-12"
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# Use LightGBM algo for classification model training

Enable the LightGBM \(Light Gradient-Boosting Machine\) algorithm as an advanced option for training classification models.

## Before you begin

Role required: ml\_admin or admin

## About this task

The LightGBM algorithm offers performance and efficiency for large datasets. For detailed information about this algorithm see [https://lightgbm.readthedocs.io](https://lightgbm.readthedocs.io).

Use the following procedure to add this option in the solution definition form. Alternatively, you can use a script to add this algorithm.

To add this option using a script:

```
var config = new MLPredictorConfig('ml_solution_ID');
                    config.useLightGBM();
                    config.updateConfig();
```

In JSON format:

```
{
    "use_lightgbm": true
    }
```

## Procedure

1.  Navigate to **All** > **Predictive Intelligence** > **Classification** > **Solution Definitions**.

2.  Open an existing classification solution or create a new one.

3.  Select the **Advanced Solution Settings** tab in the **Related Links** section of the form.

4.  Select **New** to open the **Advanced Solution Setting** \(ml\_advanced\_solution\_settings\) form.

5.  In the **Solution Parameters** field, search for `Use LightGBM algo for classification model training`.

6.  Leave the **User Inputs** field blank, and select **Submit**.

    \[Omitted image "predictive-intel-lightgbm-algoZ1.png"\] Alt text: In the Advanced Solution Setting new record, in the Solution Parameters field, the option Use LightGBM algo for classification model training is highlighted.


## Result

The setting appears as a row on the **Advanced Solution Setting** tab on your solution's form.

## What to do next

Retrain your solution.

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