How to Manage Claude Pro Usage Limits with Sonnet and Opus

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Claude Claude 3.5 Sonnet Claude Opus Workflow Optimization

Workflow tips to help you save your Claude Pro quota. Use Claude Sonnet for everyday tasks like drafting and brainstorming, and switch to Opus only for complex analysis to avoid being locked out for 5 hours.

Significant Differences in Usage Limits

The Sonnet model can sustain dozens of message exchanges, whereas the Opus model might only provide 5 to 6 in-depth responses before your quota is exhausted.

Tips to Avoid a 5-Hour Lockout

Make Sonnet your primary workhorse. Only use Opus if Sonnet fails to provide high-quality answers for critical tasks to prevent your account from being locked for 5 hours.

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