Anthropic Guide: How to Save Tokens in Claude Code
Arindam_1729 · x · 2026-08-27
Anthropic shared practical tips for reducing token consumption in Claude Code.
Key Strategies:
- Use /clear between tasks: Old task content is re-billed in subsequent turns; clear it when switching tasks.
- Set /model and /effort at the start: Switching models or effort levels mid-stream cancels previous discounts and re-bills at full price.
- @-mention files: Attach files to the first message to avoid extra Read calls by Claude.
- Keep commands quiet: Long log outputs persist in context; use quiet flags or run in subagents.
- Check /context before starting: Review loaded MCP tools and irrelevant files, then remove the unnecessary ones.
- Run /compact before stepping away: Cache lasts 1 hour. Summarize while it's cheap to allow quick restoration later.
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