"cursor-model-selection"
Configure and select AI models in Cursor. Triggers on "cursor model", "cursor gpt", "cursor claude", "change cursor model", "cursor ai model". Use when working with cursor model selection functionality. Trigger with phrases like "cursor model selection", "cursor selection", "cursor". allowed-tools: "Read, Write, Edit, Bash(cmd:*)" version: 1.0.0 license: MIT author: "Jeremy Longshore <jeremy@intentsolutions.io>"
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Provided by Plugin
cursor-pack
Flagship+ skill pack for Cursor IDE - 30 skills for AI code completion, composer workflows, and IDE mastery
Installation
This skill is included in the cursor-pack plugin:
/plugin install cursor-pack@claude-code-plugins-plusClick to copy
Instructions
# Cursor Model Selection
## Overview
This skill helps you configure and select AI models in Cursor. It covers available models, task-based model selection, cost optimization strategies, and advanced configuration options to get the best results from different AI providers.
## Prerequisites
- Cursor IDE with subscription or API keys
- Understanding of model capabilities
- Knowledge of task requirements
- API account (if using own keys)
## Instructions
1. Understand model strengths and context limits
2. Choose model based on task type (speed vs quality)
3. Configure default models in settings
4. Use per-conversation model selection
5. Set up API keys for additional models
6. Monitor usage and costs
## Output
- Optimal model selection per task
- Configured default models
- Cost-effective model usage
- Fallback model configuration
## Error Handling
See `{baseDir}/references/errors.md` for comprehensive error handling.
## Examples
See `{baseDir}/references/examples.md` for detailed examples.
## Resources
- [Cursor Model Documentation](https://cursor.com/docs/models)
- [OpenAI Model Guide](https://platform.openai.com/docs/models)
- [Anthropic Claude Models](https://docs.anthropic.com/claude/docs/models-overview)