Cursor
Also known as: Cursor.sh, Cursor AI, Cursor Editor
A VSCode-based AI agent for editing, refactoring, and task-based coding with powerful autocomplete and chat features.
Agent Information
- Provider
- Cursor.sh
- Supported IDEs
- VSCode (fork)
Feature Support Matrix
| Feature | Support Level | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Execution | ||
| Automatic Context Awareness | ✅ Full Support | Uses custom retrieval models to understand entire codebases, automatically detecting relevant context like open files an... |
| Filesystem Access | ✅ Full Support | Full filesystem access within the workspace with user permission, allowing autonomous file creation and modification. |
| MCP Server Support | ✅ Full Support | Supports one-click MCP server setup for external tool integration, enhanced with OAuth authentication. |
| Editor Integration | ||
| Broad IDE Integration | ⚠️ Partial | Primarily operates as a VS Code fork with native AI integration; supports VS Code extensions but lacks direct plugin sup... |
| Model Support | ||
| Claude 4 Support | ✅ Full Support | Supports Claude 4 models (e.g., Sonnet 4, Opus 4) alongside other frontier models, with model selection available based ... |
| Claude 3 Support | ✅ Full Support | Native support for Claude 3 models (Opus, Sonnet, Haiku), including Claude 3.7 Sonnet, for advanced code generation and ... |
| Context Window Management | ✅ Full Support | Supports large context windows up to 200k tokens with Claude and GPT-4 Turbo models, suitable for large codebases. |
| Debugging | ||
| Console Error Integration | ⚠️ Partial | Integrates with the BrowserTools MCP plugin to connect to browser console logs, allowing the AI to see and fix errors du... |
| Interactive Element Selection | ❌ No Support | |
| Live Web Preview | ❌ No Support | No particular Cursor feature helps with this |
| Configuration | ||
| Dedicated Instruction File | ✅ Full Support | Supports .cursorrules file for project-specific instructions, guiding AI behavior like coding style and commit message r... |
| Fine-Grained Instruction Control | ✅ Full Support | Allows precise rule targeting via .cursor/rules with glob patterns or context-specific settings for tailored AI behavior... |
| Supports Scoped Instructions | ✅ Full Support | Supports global and project-specific instructions via .cursorrules, allowing flexible rule application. |
| Planning | ||
| Planner Strategy | ✅ Full Support | Agent mode with 'Agent To-dos' breaks down complex tasks into steps, autonomously executing multi-file changes. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Cursor supports Claude 3 (Opus, Sonnet, Haiku), GPT-4, GPT-4 Turbo, and other OpenAI models. You can switch between models based on your task requirements.
Cursor provides a full IDE experience with integrated chat, multi-file editing, and more advanced AI features. It's a fork of VSCode with AI deeply integrated, while Copilot is an extension that focuses primarily on code completion.
Yes, Cursor is compatible with most VSCode extensions since it's built on the VSCode codebase. You can install extensions from the VSCode marketplace just like in regular VSCode.
Cursor is a VS Code-based IDE with deep AI integration, offering natural language interaction, code generation, and multi-file editing. It balances agentic capabilities with a familiar interface, distinguishing it from Copilot's extension-based approach and Windsurf's standalone IDE.
Cursor uses a mix of purpose-built models and frontier models from OpenAI (e.g., GPT-4) and Anthropic (e.g., Claude), allowing users to select models for specific tasks.
Cursor offers a's free Hobby plan with limited agent requests and tab completions, including a two-week Pro plan trial. See https://cursor.com/en/pricing for details.
Yes, Cursor can work with existing codebases, including private repositories, as it functions as a full IDE based on VS Code, accessing local or remote folders.
Cursor supports all programming languages supported by VS Code, covering a wide range of languages and frameworks.
Cursor offers a Privacy Mode ensuring code is not stored remotely without consent. It is SOC 2 certified, emphasizing robust security practices. See https://cursor.com/en for details.
As a VS Code fork, Cursor's system requirements align with VS Code, running on modern versions of Windows, macOS, or Linux. Check https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/supporting/requirements for VS Code requirements.
Feedback and issues can be reported via Cursor's GitHub repository at https://github.com/cursor/cursor or through Anysphere's support channels.
Yes, Cursor supports Git integration, leveraging VS Code's capabilities to manage code repositories within the IDE.
Cursor's AI features, like error detection and code suggestions, can assist with code reviews and testing, though specific tools for these tasks may require additional extensions.
Cursor's free Hobby plan is competitive, with Pro plans at $20/month. This is comparable to GitHub Copilot ($10/month) and slightly more than Windsurf ($15/seat for teams).
Cursor allows model selection and extensive editor customization, similar to VS Code, enabling tailored suggestion behavior.
Basic editing is possible offline, but AI features require an internet connection to access Anysphere's servers.
Cursor uses custom retrieval models to understand entire codebases, making it effective for large and complex projects.
Support is available through Cursor's GitHub repository, official documentation, and Anysphere's support channels, with enhanced options for Pro and Enterprise users.