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# Speed - Python SDK

> Speed method reference

<Warning>
  The Python SDK and docs are currently in beta.
  Report issues on [GitHub](https://github.com/OpenRouterTeam/python-sdk/issues).
</Warning>

Controls output generation speed. When set to `fast`, uses a higher-speed inference configuration at premium pricing. Defaults to `standard` when omitted.

## Values

| Name       | Value    |
| ---------- | -------- |
| `FAST`     | fast     |
| `STANDARD` | standard |