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Get started with Cursor AI

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If you're looking to boost your coding workflow with AI, Cursor is s good place to start. It’s an AI-powered code editor built on VS Code, with deep integration of agent-based AI assistance. Whether you’re debugging, refactoring, or building new features, Cursor makes it easier and faster.

🔧 Step-by-Step: Installing Cursor AI

  1. Go to the Cursor Website
    Head over to https://www.cursor.so.
  2. Download the Installer
    Click the Download button. Cursor is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
  3. Install the Application
    • On macOS: Open the .dmg file and drag Cursor to your Applications folder.
    • On Windows: Run the .exe installer and follow the setup prompts.
    • On Linux: Download the appropriate package and follow installation instructions
  4. Sign In
    When you first open Cursor, you'll be prompted to sign in with your GitHub or Google account. This is required to access the AI features.
  5. Enable AI Assistance
    Cursor comes with built-in AI features. You'll have access to code completions, AI agents, and chat-based coding support.

✅ You're Ready to Code

That’s it! You’re now set up with Cursor AI. Try highlighting a piece of code and asking the AI to explain, refactor, or optimize it—it’s like pair programming with an intelligent assistant. The real power comes from agent based interactions.

For tips and use-case examples, including agent based interaction, check out other blog posts on this site—we use Cursor for all our AI-based coding tutorials.