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By alex wang
01 Apr 2025
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The .cursorrules
file is kept for backward compatibility, but we will eventually remove it.
For better flexibility and control, it is highly recommended to migrate to the new Project Rules system.
Good News! Our Cursor Rules Migration Tool is Now Officially Live! 🎉
Hurry and use the migration tool to upgrade your rule system! 🚀
To help you transition smoothly to the all-new Project Rules system, we're thrilled to introduce the Cursor Rules Migration Tool!
Background
As we've mentioned before, the .cursorrules
file is kept for backward compatibility, but it has some limitations in terms of flexibility and maintainability. The new Project Rules system offers more powerful features and more flexible configuration options, which can better meet the needs of complex projects.
However, manually converting existing .cursorrules
files to the new Project Rules format can be quite tedious and error-prone. To address this issue, we've developed this migration tool, which aims to simplify the migration process and make it easier for you to embrace the new system.
Features
The Cursor Rules Migration Tool has the following core features:
.cursorrules
files, understanding the rules defined within..cursorrules
files, the tool can intelligently convert the rules to the new Project Rules format..mdc
rule files based on their function and type, making the rule structure clearer and management easier.How to Use
[Instructions on how to use the migration tool, such as providing a link to the tool or explaining how to integrate it into the site]
Conclusion
The launch of the Cursor Rules Migration Tool aims to lower the barrier for you to migrate to the new version of the Project Rules system. We believe that with the help of this tool, you can migrate more easily and efficiently, and fully experience the advantages brought by the new system. 🚀
Please try out the migration tool as soon as possible to convert your .cursorrules
files to Project Rules! If you encounter any problems during the process, please feel free to feedback to us.🙏
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