> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://studio-docs.sandbox.game/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://studio-docs.sandbox.game/getting-started/download-and-install-cursor.md).

# Download and Install Cursor

Install the Cursor desktop app, create or sign in to an account, and open the folder containing a Sandbox Studio project.

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## Open the Cursor download page

Go to cursor.com/download in your web browser. The page provides current installers for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

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## Choose the correct installer

Select the download that matches your operating system and processor. Windows offers x64 and ARM64 installers in User and System versions; macOS offers ARM64, x64, and Universal versions.

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*TIP: Most Windows 10 or 11 computers use x64. Choose ARM64 only for Windows-on-Arm devices. A User installer installs for your account. A System installer may require administrator permission.*
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## Save the installer

Select the required download. If the browser asks where to save it, choose a destination and confirm; otherwise, find the installer in the browser's default Downloads folder.
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## Run the installer

Open the downloaded file and follow the installation prompts. Approve the operating-system security or administrator request only when the installer came from the official Cursor website.

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## Open Cursor

Launch Cursor after the installation finishes. The setup flow may prompt you to choose preferences and sign in.
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## Start the sign-in process

Select Sign In in Cursor. A browser page opens so you can authenticate with an existing Cursor account.
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## Create an account when needed

If you do not have an account, choose the sign-up option on the browser page and follow the instructions. Cursor can run without an account, but signing in is required to unlock its AI features.
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## Return to the desktop app

Complete the browser sign-in and allow the page to reopen Cursor when prompted. Return to the desktop app and confirm that your account is shown as signed in.

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## Open the Sandbox Studio project folder

In Cursor, choose File, then Open Folder. Select the folder containing the Sandbox Studio project and confirm the selection.

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*The project's files are available for review and editing in Cursor.*

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*NOTE: Cursor begins indexing when you open a project. This may take a few minutes. Review the selected path carefully before editing.*
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## Connect Cursor to Sandbox Studio

Keep the same project open in Sandbox Studio and configure Sandbox Studio MCP when Cursor needs to control the editor directly. Opening the folder alone gives Cursor access to project files but does not establish the MCP connection.

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*TIP: Back up the project or use source control before accepting broad changes. Cursor can edit project files. MCP actions can modify the open scene and editor settings.*
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## What you’ve done

Cursor is installed and signed in, and the Sandbox Studio project folder is open for editing. Next, [set up and use Sandbox Studio MCP](/working-efficiently-with-ai/set-up-and-use-sandbox-studio-mcp.md) so Cursor can talk to the open editor.


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