Introduction to Cursor Update

The latest update to Cursor, the agentic AI code editor, has been released, bringing with it a plethora of new features and improvements. This update, version 0.45, introduces MCP servers, improved codebase understanding, and the game-changing Fusion Model, making Cursor smarter, faster, and more intuitive than ever before. Introduction to Cursor Update

What's New in Cursor Update

The update brings many new features, including the introduction of a better code-based understanding system, a new tab mode, and MCP servers. It also includes improvements like supporting custom tools, better semantic search, and the ability to automatically fix different lenses. New Features in Cursor Update

MCP Servers Integration

The integration with MCP servers allows users to run sequential thinking servers, Anthropic's models, and community-powered servers. This is a significant improvement, enabling users to leverage the power of AI in their coding workflow. MCP Servers Integration

Better Codebase Understanding

The new codebase understanding system enhances how the agent interprets and interacts with the user's code. This feature will be available to all users starting in version 0.45 and will improve the overall functionality of the agent. Better Codebase Understanding

Fusion Model

The Fusion Model is a new tab model that handles context jumps and long-running tasks seamlessly, powered by Fusion-Powered Navigation and AI-Powered Edits. This model improves the overall functionality of longer-based coding tasks and provides real-time improvements to the user's code. Fusion Model

Next Action Prediction

The next action prediction feature removes repetitive actions and keeps the user focused on what matters. This feature is a significant improvement, allowing users to work more efficiently and effectively. Next Action Prediction

Improved Diff View

The improved diff view allows users to see the hunk header or the Git diff, making it clear when reviewing changes. However, some users have found this update confusing, especially with the new button system. Improved Diff View

Cursor Rules

Cursor rules allow users to write repository-level rules and save them in the Cursor rules directory. The agent can automatically select the appropriate rule and follow it based on the situation. Cursor Rules

Deep Seek R1 and Deep Seek Version 3

Deep Seek R1 and Deep Seek Version 3 are now supported and can be enabled within the settings tab. This is a significant improvement, allowing users to leverage the power of these models in their coding workflow. Deep Seek R1 and Deep Seek Version 3

Conclusion

The new update to Cursor is a significant improvement, bringing with it a plethora of new features and improvements. The integration with MCP servers, improved codebase understanding, and the Fusion Model make Cursor smarter, faster, and more intuitive than ever before. However, some users have found this update confusing, especially with the new button system. It is recommended to wait for a few weeks before updating to allow the team to work on any errors that may have arisen. Conclusion