Why My AI Development Kept Stalling at 25 Tool Calls and How I Fixed It

I’ve been using AI coding tools like Cursor IDE daily, but one issue kept tripping me up: that 25 tool call limit. You know that feeling when you’re in the zone refactoring code, and suddenly everything stops? Total momentum killer. After weeks of this frustration, I found practical solutions that actually work.

The Core Problem: Constant Interruptions

During complex coding sessions, especially refactoring, my AI assistant would freeze after 25 calls. This happened constantly.

Instead of focusing on my code, I became a babysitter. Simple tasks took forever. Worst part? The AI wasn’t stuck in loops – it was doing real work, just needing more room to finish.

Why the Limit Exists

I discovered the limit prevents runaway costs and infinite loops. If the AI spins endlessly, your bill could skyrocket.

While sensible as a safety net, it often kicked in too early for my workflow. My assistant usually knew exactly what it was doing – just needed a few more steps.

Workarounds That Boosted My Efficiency

After testing options, these three approaches made the biggest difference:

• Quick ‘Continue’ Taps: When you hit the wall, immediately click ‘Continue’. It resumes right where you left off for one more request. No restarting, no lost context.
• Claude 3.7 MAX for Heavy Lifting: For big jobs, I switch to Claude MAX. Its 200-call capacity costs more, but saves hours of restarts. Worth every penny for critical projects.
• Request Customizable Limits: I’m pushing for adjustable settings in feedback channels. Imagine setting 50-100 calls per session, with clear billing per block. This could eliminate constant pausing.

What Worked for Smoother Workflows

Here’s what I learned: It’s about smart resource use. Combining quick ‘Continue’ actions with Claude MAX for intensive tasks slashed interruptions.

Rumors suggest higher limits might become optional soon – I’ll be first in line. Meanwhile, these tweaks have me coding faster with far fewer headaches.