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cursor-rules

Create and manage Cursor IDE rules as MDC files with symlink activation.

Updated Jan 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#activation#rules#cursor#mdc#symlink#project-configuration
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/simplerick0/com.ackhax.configs --skill cursor-rules-simplerick0
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: cursor-rules
Source: https://github.com/simplerick0/com.ackhax.configs/tree/main/skills/cursor-rules
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/simplerick0/com.ackhax.configs --skill cursor-rules-simplerick0

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables teams to create and manage Cursor IDE rules for AI-assisted coding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rule creation: Define new Cursor rules in the rules/ directory as .mdc files.
  • Activation workflow: Symlink rules into a target project's .cursor/rules/ to activate; removing the link deactivates without deleting the rule.
  • Template sharing: Centralize common rules for reuse across multiple repositories and teams.

Quick Start

Use this skill to create a new Cursor rule, then activate it in a project by symlinking:

  • Create rule in rules/my-rule.mdc
  • Symlink to the project's .cursor/rules/ path: ln -s /path/to/rules/my-rule.mdc /project/.cursor/rules/my-rule.mdc

Frequently Asked Questions about cursor-rules

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create and manage Cursor IDE rules for AI-assisted coding?▼

Cursor IDE rules are managed by defining them as .mdc files in a central rules/ directory, then symlinking them into your project's .cursor/rules/ path for activation. This separates rule creation from project-specific activation.

How do I activate Cursor rules in a specific project?▼

You activate Cursor rules by symlinking the .mdc file from your central rules/ directory into the target project's .cursor/rules/ path. Removing this symlink deactivates the rule without deleting the original file.

What's the best way to share Cursor rules across multiple repositories?▼

To share rules across multiple repositories, centralize your .mdc rule files in a single directory and symlink them into each repository's .cursor/rules/ folder. This provides cross-repo standardization for AI-assisted coding.

Do I need extra software to use symlinks for Cursor project configuration?▼

No extra software installation is required to manage Cursor project configuration with symlinks. The workflow relies entirely on basic shell operations and the native file system to activate and deactivate .mdc rule files.

Can I deactivate a Cursor rule without deleting the original file?▼

Yes, you can deactivate a Cursor rule without deletion by removing the symlink from the project's .cursor/rules/ directory. The original .mdc rule file remains safely stored in your central rules/ directory for future use.

What are .mdc files and how do they work with Cursor IDE?▼

MDC files are Cursor rule definitions that use a simple frontmatter format to guide AI-assisted coding. They are stored in a rules/ directory and activated per-project by creating symlinks to the .cursor/rules/ path.

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