token-budget-advisor

Estimate input tokens and present response depth options before answering.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion --skill token-budget-advisor-cescrafli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: token-budget-advisor
Source: https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion/tree/main/skills/token-budget-advisor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cescrafli/compyrasion --skill token-budget-advisor-cescrafli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Intercepts the response flow to offer the user a choice about response depth before Claude answers, helping save tokens and tailor results to the user's needs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Upfront depth selection: Present depth options (Essential, Moderate, Detailed, Exhaustive) before responding.
  • Token budgeting: Estimate input tokens and project a response window to guide length.
  • Consistent session behavior: Maintain a previously chosen depth within a session unless changed.

Quick Start

Ask for a depth level (short, moderate, detailed, or exhaustive) before the AI answers.

Frequently Asked Questions about token-budget-advisor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control response depth before Claude answers?▼

You can control response depth by selecting a token budget before answering. This intercepts the response flow to present depth options like Essential, Moderate, Detailed, or Exhaustive, ensuring predictable response size tailored to your needs.

What is token budgeting in prompt engineering?▼

Token budgeting in prompt engineering estimates input tokens and projects a response window to guide length. It helps save computational resources and tailors AI responses to specific depth requirements before the final answer is delivered.

How do I estimate input tokens for AI systems?▼

You estimate input tokens to compute a response window by selecting a desired depth level. This process applies broadly to prompts where users want predictable response sizes, including brief summaries and detailed analyses.

Can I maintain consistent response depth within a session?▼

Yes, you can maintain consistent session behavior by keeping a previously chosen depth level active. The system retains your token budget selection throughout the session unless you explicitly change the depth options.

Does token budget estimation work for multi-part tasks?▼

Token budget estimation works for multi-part tasks by projecting a response window before answering. It applies broadly to prompts requiring predictable response sizes, allowing you to select appropriate depth options for complex analyses.

When should I not use token budget control?▼

You should avoid token budget control when unpredictable response lengths are acceptable or when immediate answers are required without upfront depth selection. It is designed for scenarios needing predictable response size and tailored depth.