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Switch Layer 3 model outputs to budget options when economy mode is active.

2|1|Updated Mar 25, 2026
Search Tags:#cost-optimization#model-selection#session-persistence#config.json#layer-3#economy-mode
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.learn --skill economy-mode-plagueho
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: economy-mode
Source: https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.learn/tree/main/.copilot/skills/economy-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.learn --skill economy-mode-plagueho

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Economy mode reduces operational costs by shifting Layer 3 model selection to cost-optimized alternatives when activated, while respecting user-intent preserved in Layers 0-2.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-switch Layer 3 to budget-friendly models when economy mode is active.
  • Persist economyMode in .squad/config.json for long-running sessions.
  • Include a 💰 indicator in agent spawn acknowledgments to signal cost-aware behavior.
  • Respects Layer 0 defaults (defaultModel, agentModelOverrides), Layer 1 session directives, and Layer 2 charter preferences.

Quick Start

Say 'use economy mode' to activate it for the session, or set economyMode: true in .squad/config.json to persist it, then spawn agents to apply the economy model table.

Frequently Asked Questions about economy-mode

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reduce model selection costs without overriding base layer preferences?▼

Cost-aware model selection switches Layer 3 outputs to budget alternatives when economy mode is active, preserving Layer 0 defaults, Layer 1 session directives, and Layer 2 charter preferences. It activates an economyMode flag to apply cost-optimized routing seamlessly.

How do I persist economy mode for long-running agent sessions?▼

To persist economy mode for long-running sessions, set the economyMode flag to true within the .squad/config.json file. This ensures cost-optimized model selection persists across agent spawns without requiring repeated manual activation.

Does economy mode support per-agent directives for cost optimization?▼

Yes, cost-optimized model selection applies across per-agent directives, session persistence, and config.json settings. It uses the economy model table to switch Layer 3 outputs while respecting user intent preserved in Layers 0-2.

How do I know when an agent is running in cost-optimized mode?▼

When cost-aware model selection is active, agent spawn acknowledgments include a 💰 indicator. This signals that the agent is using the economy model table for Layer 3 outputs instead of standard models.

Can I activate budget model selection on demand without modifying config files?▼

Yes, you can trigger cost-optimized model selection on demand by saying 'use economy mode' to activate it for the current session. Alternatively, set economyMode: true in .squad/config.json to persist the setting across future sessions.

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