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# Installation and startup

Common problems when installing, launching, or updating Cursor.

## [What if I see a blank screen on startup?](/content/help/troubleshooting/install-issues#what-if-i-see-a-blank-screen-on-startup/index.html)

- Quit and restart Cursor
- On Mac, drag Cursor to Trash and reinstall from [cursor.com/download](/content/download/index.html)
- On Windows, run Cursor as administrator
- Open the command palette and run **Clear Editor History** to reset cached state

## [How do I update Cursor?](/content/help/troubleshooting/install-issues#how-do-i-update-cursor/index.html)

From inside Cursor: press **Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+P**, type **"Cursor: Attempt Update"**, and restart when prompted.

## [What are update channels?](/content/help/troubleshooting/install-issues#what-are-update-channels/index.html)

- **Stable** (default): recommended for most users
- **Early Access**: pre-release builds with the latest features, may be less stable

Switch channels in **Cursor Settings**.

## [What does the macOS "Cursor is damaged" warning mean?](/content/help/troubleshooting/install-issues#what-does-the-macos-cursor-is-damaged-warning-mean/index.html)

This is a macOS issue, not a corrupted download. To fix it:

First, quit Cursor and force-quit any remaining processes in Activity Monitor. Wait a minute, then reopen Cursor.

If the warning persists:

1. Move Cursor to Trash and empty the Trash. Re-download from [cursor.com/download](/content/download/index.html)
2. If it still appears, restart your Mac and try again

## [How do I free up disk space used by Cursor?](/content/help/troubleshooting/install-issues#how-do-i-free-up-disk-space-used-by-cursor/index.html)

Cursor stores cached data and extensions locally. To reclaim space:

- Remove unused extensions
- Open the command palette and run **Clear Editor History**