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Cursor IDE user questions token usage after auto mode change

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A heavy user of the Cursor IDE is questioning their token usage after a recent change to the auto mode. The user, who has processed 2.3 billion tokens this month on a $60/month plan, is concerned about exceeding API rate limits, especially with models like Composer 2 or Grok 4.6. They are seeking clarification on the accuracy of Cursor's token usage counter and whether they can continue their current usage patterns by sticking to Cursor's own models. AI

IMPACT Potential impact on user costs and adoption of AI-powered IDEs based on pricing and usage models.

RANK_REASON User inquiry about a specific product's feature change and its impact on usage costs.

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Cursor IDE user questions token usage after auto mode change

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/JFN_G ·

    Expected usage now the auto mode is changing

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hello all,</p> <p>I am a heavy user - 2.3 Billion tokens pushed this month alone. I have been on the $60 a month plan and never really hit usage limits because I stick on auto. Any thoughts of how accurate their token usage counter on <a href="ht…

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