> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.routeway.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Saucepan

> Connect Saucepan to Routeway as a built-in provider for character-based chat.

Saucepan is a web-based AI chat platform that supports Routeway as a built-in provider. No custom URLs needed — just add your API key and pick a model.

<Note>
  Requires a valid Routeway API key. Get yours from the [dashboard](https://routeway.ai/dashboard/api-keys).
</Note>

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## Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Provider Settings">
    Go to [saucepan.ai/settings/providers](https://saucepan.ai/settings/providers) (or navigate to **Settings** → **Providers**).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Routeway as a provider">
    Click **Add Provider** and choose **Routeway** from the list.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter your API key">
    Paste your Routeway API key into the token field.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose a model">
    Select a Model ID from the dropdown. You can use any model available at [routeway.ai/models](https://routeway.ai/models).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start chatting">
    You're all set. Open or create a chat and your messages will be routed through Routeway.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Provider not connecting">
    Double-check that your API key is correct and has no extra spaces. Try generating a new key from the [dashboard](https://routeway.ai/dashboard/api-keys).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Model not available">
    Make sure you're using a valid model ID. Browse the full list at [routeway.ai/models](https://routeway.ai/models).
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>