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terse-mode

Compresses session replies into terse, low-token output while keeping code and commands byte-exact.

1|1|Updated Jun 24, 2026
Search Tags:#claude code#token saving#output compression#concise replies#terse mode#session style#low-token
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/growmax/growmax-skills --skill terse-mode-growmax
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: terse-mode
Source: https://github.com/growmax/growmax-skills/tree/main/skills/terse-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/growmax/growmax-skills --skill terse-mode-growmax

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Long, filler-heavy AI replies waste tokens and slow down reading. This Skill switches a session to a terse output style that cuts prose without shortening code, commands, paths, or error messages. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Three levels: full (clipped sentences), lite (short but grammatical), and off to restore normal style. - Byte-exact technical content: code blocks, shell commands, URLs, identifiers, and numbers are never shortened or reworded. - Session persistence with always-on default: a SessionStart hook injects lite rules automatically, controllable via the GROWMAX_TERSE environment variable. - Use Case: During a long debugging session, say "terse mode" to get clipped, answer-first replies for the rest of the session, then say "normal mode" when done. ## Quick Start Say "terse mode" or invoke /terse-mode full to switch this session to compressed replies.

Frequently Asked Questions about terse-mode

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I make AI chat responses shorter and less verbose?▼

Invoke terse mode by saying "terse mode" or running /terse-mode full. It removes filler, greetings, and restated questions while keeping code, commands, and error messages byte-exact for the rest of the session.

How do I turn off terse mode or change its level?▼

Say "normal mode" or run /terse-mode off to restore normal style immediately. Use /terse-mode lite for short but grammatical sentences, or /terse-mode full for clipped, minimal prose.

Does terse mode shorten code blocks and shell commands?▼

No. Code blocks, shell commands, file paths, URLs, identifiers, error messages, and numbers are never shortened or reworded. Compression applies only to prose, and safety warnings are kept in one short line.

Can terse mode be enabled by default in every session?▼

Yes. The plugin's SessionStart hook injects the lite rules into every session automatically. Control it per machine with the GROWMAX_TERSE environment variable: 0 disables it, full enables the clipped style.

When should I not use terse mode?▼

Avoid it when the output itself is a structured deliverable like a spec, PR body, or review scorecard, since those follow their own format. Lite level is also preferable for readers who find full mode too abrupt.

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