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token-budget-advisor

Estimate prompt token counts and suggest response detail levels.

3|Updated Apr 9, 2026
Search Tags:#AI interaction#prompt management#token estimation#response length#response control
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rlagycks/oh-my-forge --skill token-budget-advisor-rlagycks
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: token-budget-advisor
Source: https://github.com/rlagycks/oh-my-forge/tree/main/skills/token-budget-advisor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rlagycks/oh-my-forge --skill token-budget-advisor-rlagycks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the difficulty users face in managing the length and depth of AI responses, enabling dynamic adjustment for efficiency and clarity.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Response Depth Control: Allows users to choose how detailed or brief their AI replies should be before the answer begins.
  • Token Estimation and Guidance: Estimates the token count of prompts and suggests appropriate response levels to prevent exceeding limits.
  • Use Case: A user asks for a complex explanation but wants to first receive a short summary; the Skill provides options to tailor the response accordingly.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to suggest a response length by indicating "short", "detailed", or "exhaustive" before submitting your question.

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 AI response length and token usage during chat sessions?▼

You can control AI response length by indicating preferences like "short," "detailed," or "exhaustive" before submitting your prompt. The Skill analyzes prompt complexity to estimate token usage and suggests appropriate response levels, ensuring interactions stay within token limits.

What is the best way to estimate token count for a complex prompt before getting an answer?▼

To estimate token count for a complex prompt, the Skill preemptively analyzes prompt size and complexity to provide heuristic estimates. This guidance helps balance thoroughness with brevity and prevents responses from exceeding token limits.

Can I get a short summary from an AI before receiving a detailed explanation?▼

Yes, you can request a short summary before a detailed explanation by specifying your desired response depth. The Skill offers adjustable options to tailor the interaction, allowing dynamic adjustment between brief overviews and exhaustive answers.

Does this tool work without external dependencies or API integrations?▼

Yes, this tool works without external dependencies or API integrations. It operates as a standalone script component, using heuristic estimates to guide token management and response depth control directly within AI chat interactions.

Why does my AI response get cut off when I ask for exhaustive detail?▼

Your AI response may get cut off when requesting exhaustive detail because the output exceeds the maximum token limit. The Skill prevents this by estimating prompt complexity and suggesting appropriate response levels to balance thoroughness with token constraints.

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