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update-cli-config

Configure and audit Cursor CLI settings in ~/.cursor/cli-config.json.

Updated Apr 11, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#permissions#settings#sandbox#cursor#configure#vim-mode
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fredericpoitevin/.cursor --skill update-cli-config-fredericpoitevin
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: update-cli-config
Source: https://github.com/fredericpoitevin/.cursor/tree/main/skills-cursor/update-cli-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fredericpoitevin/.cursor --skill update-cli-config-fredericpoitevin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

View and modify Cursor CLI configuration settings stored in ~/.cursor/cli-config.json, enabling quick control over permissions, modes, display, sandbox, and network settings.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View current Cursor CLI configuration from ~/.cursor/cli-config.json
  • Modify permissions, editor (vim mode), display options, channel, sandbox, and network behavior
  • Apply project-level overrides via .cursor/cli.json and reconcile changes across sessions

Quick Start

Open ~/.cursor/cli-config.json and adjust the desired Cursor CLI settings.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-cli-config

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure Cursor CLI settings for vim mode and permissions?▼

You can apply per-project overrides for Cursor CLI settings by creating a .cursor/cli.json file in your project directory, which takes precedence over the global ~/.cursor/cli-config.json configuration.

What is the Cursor CLI config file used for?▼

Yes, you can audit and modify network behavior settings along with sandbox options directly within the ~/.cursor/cli-config.json file to control how the Cursor CLI operates in your environment.

Does Cursor CLI support per-project configuration overrides?▼

No external dependencies are required to modify Cursor CLI settings; you only need access to the ~/.cursor/cli-config.json file and supported fields for safe modification.

Can I switch channels and manage sandbox options in Cursor CLI?▼

The Cursor CLI configuration supports fields for permissions, vim mode, display options, channels, sandbox settings, and network behavior, all documented within ~/.cursor/cli-config.json for safe modification.

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