Migrate from JetBrains
Moving from IntelliJ, WebStorm, PyCharm, or another JetBrains IDE to Cursor.
How do I get JetBrains keybindings?
Install the JetBrains keymap extension to keep your muscle memory:
- Open the Extensions panel (CmdCtrl + Shift + X on Mac, Ctrl + Shift + X on Windows/Linux)
- Search for "IntelliJ IDEA Keybindings"
- Install the extension
- Reload Cursor
Your familiar shortcuts now work in Cursor.
What differences should I expect?
Cursor uses a file-and-folder project model instead of JetBrains' project system. Open a folder with File > Open Folder instead of creating a project.
Language support comes from extensions rather than built-in plugins. For most languages, install the relevant extension from the marketplace (e.g., "Python" for Python, "Go" for Go).
Can I use Cursor without switching editors?
Yes. Cursor supports ACP (Agent Client Protocol), which lets you connect Cursor's agent to JetBrains IDEs. You keep your IntelliJ or WebStorm setup and access Cursor's agent through the protocol.