Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

General Questions

Q: What does this tool do?

A: The Cursor Reset Tool generates new machine identifiers for your Cursor IDE installation, effectively resetting it to a fresh state without requiring a complete reinstallation.

Q: Is this tool safe to use?

A: Yes. The tool is open-source, modifies only Cursor-specific configuration files, and creates automatic backups before making any changes. It doesn't run any external applications or send data over the network.

Q: Will I lose my settings?

A: Yes, your Cursor settings will be reset. Make sure to back up any important configurations before running the tool.

Q: Do I need Python installed?

A: Python is optional but recommended. The tool uses Python for SQLite database modifications. Without Python, the tool will still work but will skip the SQLite updates.

Q: What's the latest version of the tool?

A: The current version is v1.0.0, released on May 18, 2025. You can always find the latest version on the releases page.

Technical Questions

Q: Which files does the tool modify?

A: The tool modifies three main files:

• %APPDATA%\Cursor\machineId
• %APPDATA%\Cursor\User\globalStorage\storage.json
• %APPDATA%\Cursor\User\globalStorage\state.vscdb

Q: How are the new IDs generated?

A: The tool uses cryptographic random number generation to create secure, unique identifiers including UUIDs and hexadecimal strings of various lengths.

Q: Can I restore the original configuration?

A: Yes. The tool automatically creates backup files with the .backup extension. You can restore these files manually if needed.

Q: Does this affect other VS Code-based applications?

A: No. The tool only modifies files in the Cursor IDE directory and doesn't affect other applications.

Usage Questions

Q: How often can I use this tool?

A: You can use the tool as often as needed. However, each use will reset your Cursor settings to default.

Q: Do I need to uninstall Cursor first?

A: No. Just ensure Cursor is completely closed before running the tool.

Q: Why do I need administrator privileges?

A: Administrator privileges are required to modify certain files and ensure proper backup creation.

Q: Can I use this tool on multiple computers?

A: Yes, the tool can be used on any Windows computer that has Cursor IDE installed.

Troubleshooting Questions

Q: What if the script fails to run?

A: Check that:

1. You're running PowerShell as Administrator
2. The execution policy allows script execution
3. Cursor is completely closed
4. Your antivirus isn't blocking the script

Q: What if I can't find the backup files?

A: Backup files are created in the same directory as the original files with a .backup extension. If they're missing, you may need to reinstall Cursor.

Q: The tool says "Python not found." What should I do?

A: You can either:

1. Install Python from python.org
2. Continue without Python (SQLite updates will be skipped)
3. Use the manual reset process

Support Questions

Q: Where can I report issues?

A: You can create an issue on the GitHub repository with detailed information about the problem.

Q: How can I contribute to the tool?

A: You can contribute by:

1. Reporting bugs
2. Suggesting improvements
3. Creating pull requests
4. Helping other users

Q: Is there a manual reset process?

A: Yes, you can manually modify the configuration files. Check the Technical Details page for file locations and required changes.