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OpenCursor

An open-source AI coding agent inside VS Code that works with your choice of AI model.

New this week

What it does

OpenCursor adds an AI coding agent to VS Code, a popular code editor. You can chat about your project, and the agent can read and edit files, search code and run commands. You then review the changes and keep or undo them.

It works with many AI providers using your own accounts or API keys, and with local models through Ollama or llama.cpp. You can set which actions need your approval.

Who it's for

Programmers who use VS Code and want an AI agent with their choice of model.

Can I use it without coding?

Developers only. It installs from the VS Code Marketplace, but it is a tool for writing code. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
Free, but needs an AI accountThe software is free, but it uses an online AI service (like OpenAI or Anthropic), which usually charges for use.
Computer
An ordinary computer is fine
Privacy
Your choice: run it on your device or use an online service
API key
Not needed

Try it

  1. Install OpenCursor from the VS Code Marketplace.
  2. Open its sidebar settings and connect an AI account, an API key or a local model.
  3. Pick a model and describe what you want to build or fix.
Official download page

Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?

Before you install

  • Only download from the official GitHub page or the official download page above. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
  • License (MIT): Very permissive: free to use, change and share, including for business.
  • More on staying safe

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