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economy-mode

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

2|Updated Jul 24, 2026
Search Tags:#multi-agent#cost optimization#llm routing#model selection#config management#economy mode
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/elbruno/ElBruno.MagenticUI --skill economy-mode-elbruno
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: economy-mode
Source: https://github.com/elbruno/ElBruno.MagenticUI/tree/main/.squad/templates/skills/economy-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/elbruno/ElBruno.MagenticUI --skill economy-mode-elbruno

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Teams running multi-agent AI sessions often overspend on premium models for routine tasks. This Skill lets users cut costs across an entire session or permanently by switching automatic model selection to cheaper alternatives, without manually configuring a model for every agent. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Economy Model Selection Table: Replaces Layer 3 task-aware auto-selection defaults with lower-cost models (e.g., gpt-4.1 or gpt-5-mini instead of claude-sonnet-4.5 for coding tasks). - Flexible Activation: Trigger via session phrases ("use economy mode", "save costs"), a persistent economyMode: true flag in .squad/config.json, or the squad --economy CLI flag. - Priority Respect: Never overrides explicit user intent — Layer 0 config overrides, Layer 1 session directives, and Layer 2 charter preferences always win over economy mode. - Use Case: A team lead says "always use economy mode" before a long sprint of routine bug fixes; the Skill persists the setting and every subsequent agent spawn uses cost-optimized models with a 💰 indicator in acknowledgments. ## Quick Start Tell the agent "use economy mode" to switch this session's automatic model selection to cost-optimized models.

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 enable economy mode for model selection?▼

Say a session phrase like "use economy mode" or "save costs" for session-only activation, say "always use economy mode" to persist it, or set "economyMode": true in .squad/config.json. The CLI flag squad --economy also works.

Which models does economy mode use instead of Claude?▼

Economy mode maps coding and prompt-writing tasks from claude-sonnet-4.5 to gpt-4.1 or gpt-5-mini, docs and mechanical ops from claude-haiku-4.5 to gpt-4.1, and architecture or security reviews from claude-opus-4.5 down to claude-sonnet-4.5.

Does economy mode override my configured default model?▼

No. Economy mode only affects Layer 3 auto-selection. Explicit settings like defaultModel, agentModelOverrides, session model directives, and per-agent charter preferences always take priority over the economy table.

How do I turn off economy mode?▼

Say "turn off economy mode", "disable economy mode", or "use normal models". The Skill removes economyMode from .squad/config.json if it was persisted, clears the session state, and confirms the return to standard model selection.

When should I prefer gpt-4.1 over gpt-5-mini in economy mode?▼

Prefer gpt-4.1 when the task involves structured output or agentic tool use. Choose gpt-5-mini for pure text generation tasks where latency matters more than structured reliability.

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