Last Modified : Tuesday, Aug 13, 2024

Error: ImportError: cannot import name 'ModelFilter' from 'huggingface_hub'

This error occurs when attempting to import ModelFilter from the huggingface_hub library, but the import fails because the module doesn't contain that specific class or function in the version you're using.

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Why Did This Happen?

1. Version Mismatch: The ModelFilter class may have been removed or renamed in the latest version of the huggingface_hub library. If your code relies on an older version where ModelFilter was present, you'll encounter this error when using a newer version.
2. Deprecation or API Changes: The Hugging Face team may have deprecated ModelFilter or integrated its functionality into another part of the API.
3. Incorrect Import: It’s also possible that ModelFilter never existed in the way you're trying to import it, and the error could be due to a typo or misunderstanding of the library's API.

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How to Resolve

Solve 1: Downgrade the huggingface_hub Version

As you mentioned, one way to solve this issue is by downgrading the huggingface_hub library to a version where ModelFilter is still available.

pip uninstall huggingface_hub
pip install huggingface_hub==0.20.3 --no_cache_dir

Solve 2: Update Your Code to Use the New API

If ModelFilter has been removed or renamed in the latest version, you may need to update your code to work with the new API. Check the Hugging Face documentation or the release notes for guidance on how to migrate your code.

Example:

# Check if ModelFilter functionality is now under a different name or class
from huggingface_hub import NewClassName  # Replace with the correct import

# Update the code accordingly

Solve 3: Pin the Version in Your requirements.txt

If you’re working on a project with multiple developers or environments, consider pinning the huggingface_hub version in your requirements.txt to ensure consistency.

huggingface_hub==0.20.3

Solve 4: Explore Alternative Implementations

If ModelFilter has been removed, you may be able to achieve the same functionality using different methods available in the latest version of the library. For instance:

from huggingface_hub import HfApi, hf_hub_download

# Check if there's a different way to filter models
api = HfApi()
models = api.list_models()  # Replace with the correct method

Solve 5: Contact the Hugging Face Community

If you’re unsure about how to proceed, reaching out to the Hugging Face community through their forums or GitHub Issues might provide insights or alternative solutions.