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Cursor is an AI code editor with a built-in agent that can edit many files at once. These prompts help you write project rules, brief the agent with a clear goal and finish line, fix failing tests properly and refactor safely. Most also work in Claude Code.

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How to prompt Cursor

Cursor is an AI code editor. Its agent can plan and edit many files at once, and project rules tell it how your codebase works.

Best for
Editing across many files · Quick inline changes while you code · Project rules for consistent style · Refactors with a clear plan
Prompt formula
Goal + files to touch (@mention them) + rules + done means

Tips that make the biggest difference

  • Point at the right files. Use @ to add the files or folders that matter. The agent does better with the right context than with the whole repo.
  • Keep rules in the project. Save conventions (framework, naming, testing) as project rules so you do not repeat them in every prompt.
  • Ask for small steps. For a refactor, ask for step 1 only, check it runs, then continue. Smaller diffs are easier to review.
  • Give a finish line. End with "Done means ..." so the agent knows when to stop.

Weak vs strong prompt

Weak

Clean up this component.

Strong

Refactor @src/components/Cart.tsx: split it into CartList and CartSummary in the same folder, keep all props and behaviour the same, and follow our project rules. Do not touch other files. Done means: the app builds, existing tests pass, and Cart.tsx is under 80 lines.

Common mistakes

  • No files mentioned, so it edits the wrong place
  • Rules repeated in every prompt instead of saved once
  • Letting it change unrelated files

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FAQ

Questions, answered

Do I need a Cursor account?

You need access to Cursor itself to run the prompts. PromptUp is free and needs no sign-up, and it never sees your inputs or results.

How do I use these Cursor prompts?

Open Cursor, paste the prompt, and replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your details. Attach a photo first if the prompt is for photo editing.

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