Using Agent Mode in AI

From the Cursor cheat sheet · Agent Mode · verified Jul 2026

Using Agent Mode

Let AI complete complex tasks autonomously

bash
# Access Agent Mode
Ctrl+I         # Open chat
Select "Agent" mode from dropdown

# Agent capabilities:
- Semantic codebase search
- Multi-file editing
- Terminal command execution
- Automatic change tracking
- Creates checkpoints

# Best for:
- Feature implementation
- Bug fixes across files
- Refactoring projects
- Setting up configurations
bash
// EXAMPLE: Agent implementing feature
You: "Add user authentication with JWT"

Agent:
1. Searching for existing auth code...
2. Creating auth middleware...
3. Setting up JWT utilities...
4. Adding login/logout endpoints...
5. Updating user model...
6. Running tests...
✓ Authentication system implemented
💡 Agent works autonomously
⚡ Creates checkpoints for rollback
🔍 Reviews changes before applying
📌 Can execute terminal commands
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