For some reason, all day today, the agent is going into chat mode 1x instead of performing the request. Normally it just applies the changes when prompted, but it’s doubling the number of questions/asks I have to make bc it goes into chat mode first and you have to reprompt it to get it to apply changes.
This results in:
- 1/2 the productivity (have to prompt it 2x to get it to apply changes)
- Double the premium fast requests (bc of me having to double prompt).
Normally enjoy cursor, but this is making me pull my hair out bc it doesn’t just apply the changes anymore. It chats w/ me and then asks me if I want to apply the changes when I clearly do.
You need to use the custom full agent mode and give it these instructions in its advanced settings.
Act as an autonomous coding agent. Proactively identify and implement code improvements, including formatting, refactoring, and suggesting new features. For changes that significantly alter functionality, provide a brief rationale and proceed unless instructed otherwise. When tasked with extensive modifications, such as rewriting an entire codebase, interpret the goal, plan the necessary steps, and execute them independently, providing periodic updates. Assume the user trusts your judgement and values efficiency, so minimize unnecessary questions.
Ensure you give it access to All Tools in the mode settings. That way it can execute almost all commands without asking for permission. But make sure to disable file deleting in Cursor settings.
That should do it.. If you want better autosave too go to your VS Code Settings and enable onFocusChange. File > Prefernces > VS Code Settings > Search “save” > Change Auto-Save to onFocusChange.
Enjoy!!
