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update-cli-config

View and modify Cursor CLI settings in cli-config.json.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#permissions#settings#sandbox#cursor#configure#overrides
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Skill: update-cli-config
Source: https://github.com/OM-bit-hub/daily_tracker/tree/main/.agents/skills-cursor/update-cli-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OM-bit-hub/daily_tracker --skill update-cli-config-om-bit-hub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

View and modify Cursor CLI settings stored in cli-config.json, enabling users to control permissions, editor behavior, display options, sandbox and other preferences to fit their workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View current CLI configuration from ~/.cursor/cli-config.json and all project overrides from .cursor/cli.json files.
  • Modify common settings including permissions, editor (vimMode, defaultBehavior), display options, sandbox/network preferences, and Bedrock/attribution settings.
  • Use cases include onboarding a new team member, enabling vim mode for efficient editing, toggling sandbox mode for safe experimentation, and applying project-specific overrides for a given repo.

Quick Start

Edit ~/.cursor/cli-config.json (and any project overrides) to tailor Cursor CLI behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-cli-config

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I modify Cursor CLI settings and permissions in cli-config.json?▼

To modify Cursor CLI settings, view and edit the standard JSON in the cli-config.json file. This allows you to adjust permissions, editor modes, display options, and sandbox preferences to align CLI behavior with your workflow.

Can I apply project-specific settings overrides for the Cursor CLI?▼

Yes, you can apply project-specific Cursor CLI overrides by editing .cursor/cli.json files. These per-project overrides merge with the global configuration to tailor sandbox and editor behavior for a specific repository.

What is the best way to enable vim mode for the Cursor CLI?▼

The best way to enable vim mode is to modify the editor settings within your cli-config.json. Adjusting this configuration file lets you toggle vimMode and set your preferred default editing behavior across environments.

Does configuring Cursor CLI settings require a restart to take effect?▼

Yes, configuring Cursor CLI settings requires a restart to ensure changes take effect. After you finish modifying permissions, sandbox settings, or overrides in the JSON files, restart the CLI to apply the new configuration.

How do I toggle sandbox mode for safe experimentation in the Cursor CLI?▼

To toggle sandbox mode, modify the sandbox and network preferences within your cli-config.json. Adjusting these standard JSON settings enables safe experimentation by controlling the CLI environment access.

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