Rule Mode
Routes each request by the rules in the profile and is the best default for daily use.
- Best for
- Daily browsing, messaging and work
- Advice
- Daily default
Clash Proxy Modes
This guide compares Rule, Global, Proxy and Script modes. For daily use, start with Rule Mode; use the other modes only when the scenario calls for manual routing, troubleshooting or advanced logic.
Choose the Right Clash Proxy Mode
Compare Rule, Global, Direct and script-style routing so daily use, temporary testing and troubleshooting each use the right mode.
Global Mode
Sends most traffic through the currently selected proxy policy or node, mainly for testing and special cases.
- Best for
- Testing node availability
- Advice
- Temporary troubleshooting
Proxy Mode
Manually fixes traffic to a selected proxy or proxy group when you already know which route you need.
- Best for
- Fixed region or fixed node workflows
- Advice
- Manual selection
Script Mode
Uses script logic for advanced routing decisions and is intended for users who understand the profile behavior.
- Best for
- Advanced dynamic routing
- Advice
- Advanced configuration
Daily use
Prefer Rule Mode so common local traffic stays direct while traffic that needs a proxy follows the profile rules.
Support Checks
When access has a problem, temporarily switch to Global Mode to tell whether the support check is caused by rules or by the selected node.
Advanced setup
Only use Script Mode when you need complex dynamic routing. Back up a working profile before changing script logic.