continue-gemini-explicit

You can enable explicit caching for Gemini sessions in Continue by applying this skill, which activates caching for sessions exceeding a minimum token threshold to guarantee cost reduction.

Explicit caching reduces Gemini Pro API costs by applying a guaranteed 75% discount for sessions above the minimum token threshold. It targets long-running sessions with stable system prompts and tools.

Yes, this skill brings explicit caching support to Gemini Flash plans in Continue, guaranteeing a 50% discount for qualifying sessions above the minimum token threshold.

The minimum token threshold is the session length required to trigger explicit caching for Gemini in Continue. Sessions exceeding this token count qualify for guaranteed cost savings.

You should use explicit caching for Gemini sessions when you have long-running interactions with the same system prompt and tools. This ensures your sessions exceed the token threshold for guaranteed cost optimization.

Gemini API costs in Continue remain high because the default provider does not utilize explicit caching. Applying this skill implements explicit caching to cache stable prompts and guarantee cost savings.