context-mode

What it does

Every MCP tool call dumps raw output into the window — a Playwright snapshot at 56 KB, twenty GitHub issues at 59 KB — and half an hour later 40% of the context is gone and compaction has taken the memory of which files were being edited with it. This sits in between and cuts what reaches the model while preserving working state. Filtering means some detail never arrives, so loosen it when results degrade. Elastic License 2.0: internal use fine, offering it as a service is restricted.

Summary based on the project's own description. The Japanese page has a fuller beginner guide: setup difficulty, what to prepare, and a step-by-step start.

Screenshots & visuals

Before you start

• Setup difficultyEasy to start
• Command lineRequired
• API keyNot required
• Sends data onlineYes

Judged automatically from the project's own metadata. Always confirm on the official page.

context-mode FAQ

Is context-mode free?

Yes. It runs on your own machine, so there is no usage-based cost either.

Do I need to install anything or write code to use context-mode?

It needs the command line. If you are not comfortable typing commands, expect to get stuck during setup.

Does context-mode work on a phone?

No. It needs a computer.

Can I use context-mode commercially?

The project does not state a clear licence, so commercial use cannot be confirmed here. Check the official page or ask the author before using it at work.

How it compares

The conditions that decide whether you can actually use it, side by side.

"Sends data out" means your input is uploaded to someone's server. Pick "No" when the material cannot leave your organisation.

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