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Why not a plugin? Discussion
VSCode extensions have very limited control over the UI of the editor confused
Our Command-K and Copilot++ features aren’t possible as extensions. Same for much of what we want to build in the future! Answer from Jakob on forum.cursor.com
Cursor
cursor.com › docs › configuration › extensions
Extensions | Cursor Docs
Install and manage VS Code extensions in Cursor.
Reddit
reddit.com › r/learnprogramming › cursor vs vs code.
r/learnprogramming on Reddit: Cursor vs VS Code.
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I'm trying to decide between Cursor and VS Code as my main code editor. I know both have good integration with LLMs, but I'm curious about other factors. What are some pros and cons you've experienced with each? I'd love to hear about performance, UI/UX, extensions, and any other key differences.
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I mean cursor is just a vscode clone with their own copilot thing built in. Problem with it - it's a tiny startup. If they fail, you're not getting updates. If they're slow to integrate vscode upstream, you're not getting updates, etc. That said it's very easy to switch back to vscode since cursor is vscode. I used it for a hot second and just felt pretty "meh". I feel pretty meh about all the AI coding tools to be fair.
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It doesn't matter at all, just pick whatever feels the most comfortable to you.
How do I install this VS Code extension?
I have tried but I can’t find the vsix format and I copied and pasted from VSCode the folder and that didn’t work either. More on forum.cursor.com
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March 6, 2025Why is Cursor not an Extension to VS-Code?
I see several usability issues with the editor itself. Why is Cursor not built as an Extension, instead of a fork from VS-Code? More on forum.cursor.com
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January 24, 2024Does Cursor allow you to use regular vscode extensions and UI changes?:vscode
Does Cursor allow you to use regular vscode extensions and UI changes?
I’m pretty sure everything syncs. When I moved over to cursor everything was there. Might need to check on the Shortcuts, not sure about them. More on reddit.com
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March 22, 2024Videos
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Cursor: Un Visual Studio Code pensado para programar con IA - YouTube
GitHub
github.com › Helixform › CodeCursor
GitHub - Helixform/CodeCursor: An extension for using Cursor in Visual Studio Code.
An extension for using Cursor in Visual Studio Code. - GitHub - Helixform/CodeCursor: An extension for using Cursor in Visual Studio Code.
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Cursor
cursor.com › docs › configuration › migrations › vscode
VS Code Migration | Cursor Docs
Import VS Code settings and extensions with one click
Cursor
forum.cursor.com › bug reports
How do I install this VS Code extension? - Bug Reports - Cursor - Community Forum
March 6, 2025 - I have tried but I can’t find the vsix format and I copied and pasted from VSCode the folder and that didn’t work either.
DEVCLASS
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VS Code extension marketplace wars: Cursor users hit roadblocks • DEVCLASS
April 8, 2025 - That said, the Open VSX marketplace has many fewer extensions and lower usage than Microsoft’s marketplace. Anysphere’s Cursor nevertheless provides access to VS Code marketplace extensions including Microsoft’s C/C++ extension and the C# DevKit, from within the Cursor IDE, as well as a setup option to import extensions from a VS Code installation.
Towards Data Science
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Why I stopped Using Cursor and Reverted to VSCode | Towards Data Science
July 21, 2025 - I loved that Cursor’s interface was the same as VSCode. Upon installation, Cursor enabled you to download all your existing VSCode extensions, which definitely helped with adoption as it made you feel right at home.
Medium
medium.com › getpieces › using-pieces-for-vs-code-as-a-cursor-extension-2e3b26dbad7d
Using Pieces for VS Code as a Cursor Extension | by Pieces 🌟 | Pieces for Developers | Medium
September 24, 2024 - Despite being a fork of VS Code, Cursor extensions support the full VS Code plugin ecosystem, meaning it can utilize existing VS Code extensions like Pieces, while offering features specifically designed to enhance developer workflows with AI.
YouTube
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The VS Code/Cursor Setup to INCREASE Productivity (2025) - YouTube
This is my setup for Cursor/VSCode that boosts my productivity as a developer. In this video, I’ll show you the best VSCode extensions, settings, themes and ...
Published February 23, 2025
Towards Data Science
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Should you switch from VSCode to Cursor? | Towards Data Science
January 18, 2025 - Cursor’s mission is to develop an IDE heavily integrated with artificial intelligence (AI) capable of being an order of magnitude more effective than any one programmer. By preserving VSCode’s familiar interface and comprehensive extension ecosystem, Cursor lowers developers’ adoption barriers, making the transition to an AI-powered IDE feel like a natural, seamless upgrade rather than a disruptive technological change.
GeeksforGeeks
geeksforgeeks.org › techtips › how-to-use-cursor-ai-in-visual-studio-code
How to Use Cursor AI in Visual Studio Code - GeeksforGeeks
November 11, 2025 - To bring Cursor AI’s capabilities into your VS Code environment, you can use the CodeCursor extension.
Cursor
cursor.com › docs › get-started › quickstart
Quickstart | Cursor Docs
Get started with Cursor's core features in minutes. Learn Tab autocomplete, Inline Edit, and Agent through a hands-on project walkthrough.
Cursor
docs.cursor.com › get-started › migrate-from-vs-code
VS Code
Get started with Cursor's core features in minutes. Learn Tab autocomplete, Inline Edit, and Agent through a hands-on project walkthrough.
Visual Studio Code
code.visualstudio.com › docs › editing › codebasics
Basic editing
November 3, 2021 - Install a Keymap extension - Use the keyboard shortcuts of your old editor (such as Sublime Text, Atom, and Vim) in VS Code by installing a Keymap extension. Customize Keyboard Shortcuts - Change the default keyboard shortcuts to fit your style.
Techpoint Africa
techpoint.africa › artificial intelligence › i tried cursor vs vscode for vibe coding; here’s my review
I tried Cursor vs VSCode for vibe coding; here’s my review
June 9, 2025 - When choosing between Cursor AI and VSCode, it’s crucial to understand how their features stack up, especially since Cursor is built on top of VSCode and adds a layer of AI-first enhancements. Here’s a detailed comparison, highlighting where each tool shines and how they differ in real-world use: While VSCode relies on extensions such as GitHub Copilot to provide AI-powered code suggestions, Cursor AI offers built-in, deeply integrated AI features.
Cursor
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Cursor – Welcome
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Pieces
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Everything a dev community should know about using Pieces in Cursor
Pieces for Developers – Long-Term Memory Agent
Combine Pieces and Cursor for a powerful AI assistant with Long-Term Memory and agentic workflows to boost productivity Pieces is your AI long-term memory agent that captures live context from browsers to IDEs and tools, manages snippets, and supports multiple LLMs. This app has dramatically improved my workflow!