Why does my cursor 0.45.5 version automatically uninstall itself?

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Windows Troubleshooting Instructions

If you’re experiencing this issue on Windows, follow these steps. In my case, the problem wasn’t directly tied to Cursor - likely system files on your system causing the issue. These steps will clean up your system and resolve underlying problems.

1. Uninstall and Reinstall Cursor

  • Uninstall Cursor (if installed):

    • Open Settings and go to Apps & Features (or use Add or Remove Programs in the Control Panel).
    • Locate Cursor in the list and uninstall it if it’s still installed.

  • Download the Latest Version:

    • Visit the official Cursor website to download the latest version.
    • Install the new version after the download is complete.

2. Run System Cleanup Commands in PowerShell

  1. Open PowerShell as Administrator:

    • Click the Start button, type PowerShell, right-click on it, and select Run as Administrator.

  2. Run the Following Commands One at a Time:
    Copy and paste each command into PowerShell, pressing Enter after each to ensure it completes before proceeding to the next.

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
SFC /scannow

*Note: SFC /scannow is what fixed it for me, but the other commands are good to run in this instance if you’re having this issue.

3. Check Your Hard Drive for Errors

As a bonus step, check your hard drive for issues. This process takes time, so consider running it before a long break.

  • Run CHKDSK:
    Open PowerShell as Administrator (if not already open) and run:

    CHKDSK C: /F /V /R /offlinescanandfix

  • Reboot Your Computer:
    Once CHKDSK is complete, restart your computer to apply any changes.

Hope this helps!
-Dave

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