| name | cursor-upgrade-migration |
|---|---|
| description | Execute upgrade Cursor versions and migrate settings. Triggers on "upgrade cursor", "update cursor", "cursor migration", "cursor new version", "cursor changelog". Use when working with cursor upgrade migration functionality. Trigger with phrases like "cursor upgrade migration", "cursor migration", "cursor". |
| allowed-tools | Read, Write, Edit, Bash(cmd:*) |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| license | MIT |
| author | Jeremy Longshore <[email protected]> |
Cursor Upgrade Migration
Overview
This skill provides comprehensive guidance for upgrading Cursor IDE versions and migrating settings between installations. It covers version checking, upgrade methods, settings backup, and troubleshooting common migration issues.
Prerequisites
- Current Cursor installation to upgrade
- Backup of current settings (recommended)
- Admin rights for installation (if required)
- Network access for download
Instructions
- Check current version (Help > About)
- Backup settings and extensions list
- Check release notes for breaking changes
- Apply update (auto-update or manual download)
- Verify settings preserved
- Test AI features working
- Reinstall extensions if needed
Output
- Updated Cursor installation
- Preserved settings and configurations
- Verified working AI features
- Documented changes and fixes
Error Handling
See {baseDir}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.
Examples
See {baseDir}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.