What are the best .cursorrules patterns for React?

Use precedence comments to layer general JS rules under React-specifics: functional components, no prop drilling, strict hooks. Add guardrails like "avoid useEffect for fetching."

How do I make Cursor follow my .cursorrules strictly?

Separate rules by category (JS/React/TS), add explicit fallbacks, and ban deprecations outright. Test with 10 iterations — consistency jumps 80%.

Does .cursorrules work with VS Code Cursor extension?

Yes, identical engine. Same file, same wins — just ensure it's in your workspace root.

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These 5 .cursorrules Patterns Turn Cursor's AI from Flaky Sidekick to Bulletproof Partner

Cursor's AI promises magic, but delivers chaos without the right .cursorrules. Here's how five precise patterns fix that — for good.

Dev Digest Apr 11, 2026 3 min read

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Use comments for rule precedence to prevent general rules overriding specifics. 𝕏
Explicit guardrails ban deprecated patterns before they sneak in. 𝕏
Separate rules by framework for context-aware AI application. 𝕏

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