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caveman-compress

Compress natural language memory files to reduce Claude token usage.

Updated May 17, 2026
Search Tags:#Claude#backup#file compression#token saving#memory file compression
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/galeep/plugin-place --skill caveman-compress-galeep
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman-compress
Source: https://github.com/galeep/plugin-place/tree/main/plugins/caveman/skills/caveman-compress
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/galeep/plugin-place --skill caveman-compress-galeep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill compresses memory files such as CLAUDE.md, todos, and preferences to reduce the number of Claude tokens used, thus saving costs and improving efficiency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Memory File Compression: Compresses natural language files to reduce Claude token usage.
  • Backup: Saves a human-readable backup of the original file.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill to compress your CLAUDE.md file to reduce token usage, which can save costs and improve Claude's performance.

Quick Start

Run the caveman-compress skill with the file you want to compress, e.g., /caveman-compress CLAUDE.md

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman-compress

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I reduce Claude token usage when processing memory files?▼

To reduce Claude token usage, you can compress natural language memory files like CLAUDE.md. This skill compresses memory files to lower token consumption, saving costs and improving efficiency.

What is the best way to compress a CLAUDE.md file to save tokens?▼

The best way to compress a CLAUDE.md file is to run the caveman-compress skill with the file path. It compresses the file's natural language to reduce token usage.

Do I need Python to compress memory files for Claude?▼

Yes, you need Python 3.10 or higher and the 'caveman' plugin installed to compress memory files for Claude using this skill.

Does compressing memory files delete the original natural language text?▼

Compressing memory files does not delete the original text. The skill saves a human-readable backup of the original file before applying compression.

Can I compress todos and preferences files to improve Claude performance?▼

Yes, you can compress todos and preferences files. Compressing these natural language memory files reduces token usage, which can save costs and improve Claude's performance.

Why should I use a file compression skill for Claude instead of manually editing memory files?▼

Using a file compression skill automates token reduction for memory files while preserving the original content in a human-readable backup, ensuring efficiency without manual editing.

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