Cursor Model Selection

Overview

This skill helps you configure and select AI models in Cursor. It covers available models, task-based model selection, cost optimization strategies, and advanced configuration options to get the best results from different AI providers.

Prerequisites

• Cursor IDE with subscription or API keys

• Understanding of model capabilities

• Knowledge of task requirements

• API account (if using own keys)

Instructions

• Understand model strengths and context limits

• Choose model based on task type (speed vs quality)

• Configure default models in settings

• Use per-conversation model selection

• Set up API keys for additional models

• Monitor usage and costs

Output

• Optimal model selection per task

• Configured default models

• Cost-effective model usage

• Fallback model configuration

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 Model Documentation

• OpenAI Model Guide

• Anthropic Claude Models