# Tab completion

Tab is Cursor's AI-powered autocomplete. It suggests code as you type, based on your recent edits, surrounding code, and linter errors.

## How do I accept or reject suggestions?

- **Accept the full suggestion**: Press Tab
- **Reject**: Press Escape or keep typing
- **Accept word-by-word**:
  - **Mac**: Press Cmd + Arrow Right
  - **Windows/Linux**: Press Ctrl + Arrow Right

Suggestions appear as grayed-out text ahead of your cursor.

## Can Tab edit multiple lines at once?

Yes. Tab can modify multiple lines, add missing import statements, and suggest coordinated edits across related code.

## What is jump-in-file?

After you accept a Tab suggestion, press Tab again. Tab predicts your next editing location and jumps there. This saves you from scrolling or navigating manually.

## Can Tab suggest edits in other files?

Yes. Tab predicts cross-file edits when changes in one file need updates in another. When a jump to another file is available, a portal window appears at the bottom of the editor.

## How do I turn Tab on or off?

Click the **Tab** status indicator in the bottom-right corner of Cursor. From there you can:

- **Snooze**: Disable Tab temporarily for a chosen duration
- **Disable globally**: Turn Tab off for all files
- **Disable for specific extensions**: Turn Tab off for certain file types (like markdown or JSON)

You can also configure Tab settings in **Cursor Settings** > **Tab**.

## Can I change the Tab keyboard shortcut?

Yes. Search for `Accept Cursor Tab Suggestions` in **Keyboard Shortcuts** settings to remap it.


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