Cursor
: How to use it, features, and the business problems it solves

How to Use

1. Install

   Download Cursor for Windows, macOS, or Linux from the official website and install it.

2. Initial Setup

   On first launch, you can import settings from VS Code, choose your keybindings (VS Code or Vim), and select a theme.

3. Create an Account and Log In

   Create a Cursor account and log in. You can start with the free plan.

4. Start a Project

   Create a new project or open an existing project folder to get started.

5. Use AI Features

   Take advantage of AI features within the editor, including code completion, natural language instructions, and code generation and editing.

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Features

• AI-Powered Code Completion

  Predicts your next edit and provides multi-line code completions.

• Code Generation and Editing via Natural Language

  Generate new code or edit existing code based on natural language instructions.

• Codebase Understanding and Search

  Analyzes your entire project and surfaces relevant code and documentation in response to natural language queries.

• Smart Rewrite

  Rewrite and refactor multiple lines of code all at once.

• VS Code Compatibility

  Import and use VS Code extensions, themes, and keybindings.

• Privacy Mode

  Privacy mode ensures your code is never stored remotely, keeping all work local.

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