add-new-model.md

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🆕 Add New Model	Learn how to update the PearAI `config.json` file to add models like Ollama and OpenRouter.	pearai add model ollama openrouter config.json

Follow these steps to integrate models like Ollama and OpenRouter into PearAI.

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How to Use Ollama with PearAI

Method 1: Update config.json

1. Open the PearAI config.json file.

2. Add the model to the models array:

   "models": [
     {
       "name": "startcoder2",
       "provider": "ollama",
       "version": "latest"
     }
   ]

3. Save and Reload: Save the file, and PearAI will automatically recognize the new model.

Method 2: Using the Add Model Feature

1. Open the Add Model section in PearAI.

2. Select Other

3. Then choose Ollama.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup

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How to Use OpenRouter with PearAI

Step 1: Obtain an API Key

1. Register at OpenRouter and generate an API key.

Step 2: Use the Add Model Feature

1. Open the Add Model section in PearAI.

2. Select Other,

3. Then choose OpenRouter.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup