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update-cursor-settings

Modify Cursor/VSCode settings.json while preserving existing settings and validating JSON syntax.

2|Updated Feb 13, 2026
Search Tags:#vscode#configuration#editor#settings#preferences#cursor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pmarashian/cursor-agent-skills --skill update-cursor-settings-pmarashian
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: update-cursor-settings
Source: https://github.com/pmarashian/cursor-agent-skills/tree/main/update-cursor-settings
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pmarashian/cursor-agent-skills --skill update-cursor-settings-pmarashian

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to easily modify their Cursor/VSCode editor settings, preferences, and configurations without manually editing the settings.json file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Modify Editor Preferences: Change settings like font size, tab size, word wrap, and format on save.
  • Customize Appearance: Update themes, icon themes, and sidebar location.
  • Configure File Handling: Adjust auto-save behavior, file exclusions, and associations.
  • Use Case: A user wants to increase the font size and enable "format on save" for a better coding experience.

Quick Start

Use the update-cursor-settings skill to change the editor font size to 16.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-cursor-settings

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I change my Cursor editor settings without manually editing settings.json?▼

To change Cursor editor settings without manually editing settings.json, use this Skill to modify user preferences. It handles editor, workbench, file handling, and terminal configurations while validating JSON syntax before applying updates.

Can I update VSCode preferences like font size and format on save programmatically?▼

Yes, you can update VSCode preferences like font size and format on save programmatically. This Skill modifies the settings.json file directly, adjusting editor preferences and file handling configurations while preserving your existing settings.

What is the best way to customize Cursor workbench appearance and terminal settings?▼

The best way to customize Cursor workbench appearance and terminal settings is through the settings.json file. This Skill safely updates themes, icon themes, sidebar location, and terminal preferences without overriding your current configurations.

Does updating Cursor preferences preserve my existing settings.json configurations?▼

Updating Cursor preferences preserves your existing settings.json configurations. The Skill ensures that current editor preferences, file associations, and auto-save behaviors are maintained, and it validates JSON syntax before writing any updates.

How do I configure file handling and auto-save behavior in VSCode?▼

To configure file handling and auto-save behavior in VSCode, update the settings.json file. This Skill adjusts auto-save triggers, file exclusions, and file associations, ensuring valid JSON syntax and protecting existing editor preferences.

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