2 min lesson
Load the strongest signals first
Order direct evidence, live file state, search results and repository instructions for a coding task.
Step 1 of 2
Choose what to load firsta proposed order
The order depends on the task. Start with evidence tied directly to the request, then add search results and supporting instructions. This proposed order is a design choice, not a description of Cursor's private implementation.
Interactive diagram. Tab through its regions; each focused region shows its detail in the panel below.
diagram: signal-bars
Load direct evidence first, then use search to fill remaining gaps.