Cursor Install Auth
Overview
This skill guides you through installing Cursor IDE and configuring authentication. It covers installation on macOS, Linux, and Windows, plus sign-in options, license activation, and API key configuration for custom model access.
Prerequisites
- Supported operating system (macOS, Linux, or Windows)
- Internet connection for download and authentication
- Admin rights for installation (if required)
- Optional: API keys for custom model access
Instructions
- Download Cursor from cursor.com or package manager
- Install using platform-specific method
- Launch Cursor and click "Sign In"
- Choose authentication method (GitHub, Google, Email)
- Complete OAuth flow in browser
- Return to Cursor - automatically authenticated
Output
- Installed Cursor IDE
- Authenticated user account
- Activated license (Free, Pro, or Business)
- Ready-to-use AI features
Error Handling
See {baseDir}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.
Examples
See {baseDir}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.
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