Feature Request: Auto model selection based on task complexity

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Feature Request

Description

Add an "auto" model setting that automatically selects the appropriate model based on task complexity:

• Use Haiku for simple questions and quick queries
• Use Sonnet for standard coding tasks
• Use Opus for complex reasoning and architectural decisions

Current Behavior

Users must manually switch between models using /model commands or configure a single default model in settings. The opusplan setting only switches between plan mode and execution mode, not based on query complexity.

Proposed Behavior

Add a new model setting option:

{
  "model": "auto"
}

When set to "auto", Claude Code would:

• Analyze the user's query complexity
• Automatically select the most cost-effective and appropriate model
• Provide transparency by showing which model was selected (e.g., "Using Haiku for this query")

Use Case

• Users want to optimize costs by using Haiku for simple queries
• Users want quality for complex tasks without manual switching
• Reduces friction in daily workflow

Alternative Solutions Considered

• Using opusplan - Only switches in plan mode
• Manual switching with /model - Requires constant user intervention
• Setting default to Haiku - Sacrifices quality for complex tasks

Benefits

• Better cost optimization
• Improved user experience
• Automatic quality/cost balance

[github-actions]

Found 2 possible duplicate issues:

1. [FEATURE] Automatic Model Switching for Plan Mode #15721
2. [FEATURE] Scenario-Based Model Selection in Claude Code #11549

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