# Routing and routing options
The routes in Dataloy Distances are, by default, the shortest route viable for a commercial ship. As ships have varying sizes, route customisation is essential to get the most accurate route for your needs.
The routes can be customised by adding additional ports, routing points, and canals. It is also possible to add [points using latitude and longitudes](https://docs.dataloy.com/release-8.16/dataloy-distance-table-ddt/custom-point-using-latitude-and-longitude) of your choice.
Default route via Suez Canal
Customised route via Cape Agulhas
**To Search for/Add a Routing Point/Port**
1. Routing point searches can be performed in two ways: in the search field or by using a map.
2. Click the "**Show Ports" button** to show all routing points/ports on the map.\
The ports will show according to zoom level, so you might need to zoom in to display smaller ports. \
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3. Locate the applicable **routing point** on the map.
4. Click on or hover over (with the cursor) the applicable **routing point symbol**\
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5. An information pop-up opens, providing the routing point/port name and/or code and details.
6. Enter the **routing point name** or **code** in the search field to the left.
7. A drop-down list of ports will be displayed.
8. From the list, either
1. click the applicable **routing point/port** or
2. when the routing point/port is at the top of the list, press the **Tab key** - the routing point/port name will display in full in the search field or
3. use the **down-arrow to select applicable routing point/port** - it will highlight.
9. Click **Add** or press **Enter**. The routing point/port is added to the route.\
\&#xNAN;***Note**: Drag the newly added routing point to the correct place in the port rotation (list of ports)*
10. Ensure the route is updated accordingly.
The Dataloy Distance Table has several routing points for directing a sailing route outside piracy/war risk and ECA areas:
Common Routing Points:
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