deepseek: Support low reasoning effort for V4 models (#62577)
# Objective
DeepSeek has released the GA version of its V4 Pro model, and added a
new low reasoning effort level for both V4 Flash and V4 Pro. We need to
update Zed's DeepSeek provider to sync with this update.
Reference: https://api-docs.deepseek.com/updates/
## Solution
Added a new Low reasoning effort level for DeepSeek models.
## Testing
Built and ran locally. Screenshots with this change are attached in the
Showcase section.
## Self-Review Checklist:
- [x] I've reviewed my own diff for quality, security, and reliability
- [x] Unsafe blocks (if any) have justifying comments
- [x] The content adheres to Zed's UI standards
([UX/UI](https://github.com/zed-industries/zed/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md#uiux-checklist)
and
[icon](https://github.com/zed-industries/zed/blob/main/crates/icons/README.md)
guidelines)
- [ ] Tests cover the new/changed behavior
- [x] Performance impact has been considered and is acceptable
## Showcase
After this change:
<img width="639" height="169" alt="flash"
src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/5521f6fe-ced9-4842-8783-24c532bf66f6"
/>
<img width="640" height="181" alt="pro"
src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/0293d4a2-03f8-41e1-8a3e-31efce9dea17"
/>
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Release Notes:
- Added support for low reasoning effort for DeepSeek V4 Flash and V4
Pro
24e25552b1Xin Zhao committed on 8/14/2026, 9:38:52 AM· committed by GitHubparent47825fe