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 ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.

Examples

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.

Resources

• Cursor Download

• System Requirements

• Cursor Pricing

• Account Settings