Main
Use
orchat --setupto store your OpenRouter key and defaults; then pick models dynamically during sessions.Use attachments (
@file) to include local context while keeping paths safe and sizes bounded.Rely on command gating: OrChat shows a risk panel before you approve shell commands requested by the assistant.
Track token usage and cost from API-reported counts to keep sessions budgeted.
Source-backed notes
- README describes OpenRouter-based streaming chat, token/cost tracking, and conversation persistence.
- README explicitly documents a command risk panel (safe/warning/critical) before execution approval.
FAQ
- Do I need OpenRouter credit?: Yes — the README mentions 402 errors when your OpenRouter balance is insufficient.
- Can I disable command execution?: Only approve what you trust; treat the risk panel as your gate.
- How do I keep costs down?: Pick cheaper models and watch token analytics during long sessions.