ecomode

Route agent tasks to lower-tier models and escalate when necessary.

2|2|Updated Apr 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chrisxue90/oh-my-qwencode --skill ecomode-chrisxue90
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ecomode
Source: https://github.com/chrisxue90/oh-my-qwencode/tree/main/skills/ecomode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chrisxue90/oh-my-qwencode --skill ecomode-chrisxue90

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Token-efficient model routing modifier to reduce compute costs by preferring lower-tier models when possible, without sacrificing essential performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Prefers lower-tier models for routine tasks to minimize cost.
  • Escalates to higher tiers only when task demands accuracy or complexity.
  • Works as a modular modifier that can be combined with existing execution modes and workflows.

Quick Start

Use the ecomode modifier in your task plan to route execution through cost-effective model tiers.

Frequently Asked Questions about ecomode

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

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How do I reduce AI agent routing costs for routine tasks?

Lower-tier models are preferred for cost-aware agent routing to minimize compute expenses. The system enforces delegation rules to start with low-tier agents for routine tasks and escalates to higher tiers only when task complexity demands accuracy.

What is tier-based model routing in AI workflows?

Tier-based model routing is a cost-optimization strategy that delegates planning, exploration, and execution tasks to lower-tier models first. It enforces delegation rules to minimize compute costs and escalates to higher tiers only when necessary for performance.

How do I set up cost-aware model routing for agent workflows?

Set up cost-aware model routing by using the ecomode modifier in your task plan. It works as a modular component combined with existing execution modes to route execution through cost-effective model tiers with background state tracking.

Does cost-aware model routing work with existing agent execution modes?

Yes, cost-aware model routing works as a modular modifier that can be combined with existing execution modes and workflows. It applies to planning, exploration, and execution tasks where cost is a concern and performance trade-offs are acceptable.

What are the limitations of using low-tier models for agent routing?

The limitation of using low-tier models is that performance trade-offs are expected, making it suitable only where cost is a concern and accuracy demands are flexible. Higher tiers are required when task complexity demands higher accuracy.