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Python / PyPI
RECOMMENDEDWorks across Windows, macOS, and Linux with Python 3.8+.
pip install cutoken
CUTOKEN TERMINAL CLI
Compress prompts directly inside your terminal, pipe files, or run interactive prompt sessions — just like Claude Code.
3 WAYS TO INSTALL
Pick the method that best fits your workflow.
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Node.js / NPM
Install globally via npm for JavaScript & Node environments.
npm install -g cutoken
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Standalone Binary
ZERO RUNTIMENo Python or Node installation needed. Download single-file executable.
HOW TO USE
Everything you need to master CuToken in your terminal.
Login & Link Your Account
Run cutoken login once. Paste your Pro API key from your dashboard. It stays securely stored in ~/.cutoken/config.json.
Quick Single-Prompt Optimization
Pass your prompt directly or optimize a file on disk:
cutoken "Act as senior developer and rewrite this..."
cutoken -f system_prompt.txt
Smart Multi-Paragraph Paste
Launch interactive REPL with cutoken. Paste huge multi-paragraph prompts or system instructions seamlessly without premature triggers.
Configure Modes & Models
Switch between safe, balanced, or aggressive:
cutoken mode aggressive
cutoken --model gpt-4o "Analyze this..."
Automatic Clipboard Sync
Every optimized result is automatically copied to your clipboard so you can directly press Ctrl+V / Cmd+V into Claude, ChatGPT, or Cursor.
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cutoken
______ ______ __ / ____/_ _/_ ____/___ / /_____ ____ / / / / / // / / __ \/ //_/ _ \/ __ \ / /___/ /_/ // / / /_/ / ,< / __/ / / / \____/\__,_//_/ \____/_/|_|\___/_/ /_/ Logged in: Pro Account (1,250 cr) Mode: balanced (default) | Model: gpt-4o cutoken > "You are an expert full stack software engineer..." ✔ Optimized in 280ms ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── Original: 84 tok Optimized: 42 tok Saved: -42 (50.0%) ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── 📋 Copied to clipboard! Ready to paste into ChatGPT/Claude.
COMMAND REFERENCE
| Command | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| cutoken | Starts interactive REPL session | cutoken |
| cutoken "prompt" | Optimizes prompt passed as argument | cutoken "summarize this data" |
| cutoken -f <file> | Optimizes prompt from text file | cutoken -f prompt.txt |
| cat <file> | cutoken | Unix stdin piping for shell scripts | git diff | cutoken |
| cutoken login | Stores your Pro API Key | cutoken login |
| cutoken balance | Checks live credit balance | cutoken balance |
| cutoken mode <name> | Sets default mode (safe | balanced | aggressive) | cutoken mode aggressive |
READY TO SAVE TOKENS IN YOUR TERMINAL?
Get your API key from the Pro dashboard and start saving tokens with every keystroke.