economy-mode

Shift Layer 3 model auto-selection to cost-optimized alternatives when economy mode is active.

1|Updated Apr 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DeDuva/squad --skill economy-mode-deduva
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: economy-mode
Source: https://github.com/DeDuva/squad/tree/main/.squad/skills/economy-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DeDuva/squad --skill economy-mode-deduva

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Economy mode shifts Layer 3 model selection to lower-cost alternatives, helping teams reduce AI spend without compromising explicit user intent.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cost-aware auto-selection across sessions or persistent configurations
  • Preserves Layer 0/1/2 preferences and per-agent charters
  • Clear activation and deactivation workflow with confirmations

Quick Start

Enable economy mode for a session or persist it in the config to start using cost-optimized Layer 3 models immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions about economy-mode

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

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How do I reduce AI model costs by switching to lower-cost alternatives?

You can reduce AI model costs by activating economy mode, which shifts Layer 3 auto-selection to cost-optimized models. This applies the setting at both session scope and persistent config while preserving your higher-level model preferences.

How does economy mode affect existing model selection preferences?

Economy mode preserves Layer 0, Layer 1, and Layer 2 preferences, along with per-agent charters. It only overrides the automatic Layer 3 model selection to use lower-cost alternatives, ensuring explicit user intent remains uncompromised.

What is the best way to configure cost-optimized model selection for a single session?

To configure cost-optimized model selection for a single session, simply enable economy mode during that session. The activation triggers spawn acknowledgments and applies the cost-saving Layer 3 shift temporarily without altering persistent config.

Can I persist economy mode settings across future sessions in the config?

Yes, you can persist economy mode in the config to apply cost-optimized Layer 3 models across future sessions. This updates your persistent configuration file while maintaining clear activation, persistence, and deactivation rules.

When should I not use cost-optimized model selection for my agents?

You should avoid cost-optimized model selection when your task requires the advanced capabilities of higher-tier models. Economy mode strictly shifts Layer 3 auto-selection to lower-cost alternatives, which may impact complex reasoning tasks.

Why does my config still show higher-cost models after deactivating economy mode?

After deactivating economy mode, the system follows defined deactivation rules to restore standard Layer 3 auto-selection. Verify that the session scope was updated and the persistent config file properly received the deactivation acknowledgment.