# Extensions

Cursor uses the Open VSX extension registry to provide extensions. Many popular VS Code extensions are available, but not all may be listed or work exactly the same way.

## How do I install an extension?

1. Open the Extensions panel:
   - **Mac**: Press Cmd + Shift + X
   - **Windows/Linux**: Press Ctrl + Shift + X
2. Search for the extension you want
3. Click **Install**

The extension activates immediately.

## Do all VS Code extensions work?

Cursor uses the Open VSX registry and independently verifies extensions for security and compatibility. Most popular extensions are available, but some may not be listed on Open VSX.

## How do I disable an extension?

Open the Extensions panel, find the extension, and click **Disable**. You can disable extensions globally or for the current workspace only.

If an extension is causing performance issues or conflicts with Cursor's AI features, try disabling it to see if the problem resolves.

## How do I get my extension verified?

Extension publishers can request a verification badge in the marketplace. Verified publishers have undergone additional security review and identity confirmation.

To request verification:

1. Add a link to your OpenVSX listing on your public website (such as in the installation section). This must be a website with its own domain name; a GitHub readme is not supported.
2. Update the "homepage" link on your OpenVSX listing to point to this website.
3. If your extension is published on multiple marketplaces, use the same extension ID on OpenVSX as you do elsewhere.
4. Create a post in the [Extension Verification category](https://forum.cursor.com/c/showcase/extension-verification/23) on the Cursor forum with your extension name and a link to your website where we can verify the OpenVSX registry link.

We'll verify the link and add the verification badge to your publisher name once approved.

## Related

- [Extension conflicts](https://cursor.com/help/troubleshooting/extensions.md)


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