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Cursor IDE users report massive state.vscdb file growth, seek solutions

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Users of the AI-powered code editor Cursor are experiencing significant issues with a file named state.vscdb, which is reportedly growing to over 160GB and consuming excessive disk space. Despite attempts to resolve the problem by deleting the file or reinstalling the application, the issue persists, leading to user frustration and a desire to switch from Cursor. Some users feel trapped by their subscriptions and are seeking urgent solutions to make their PCs usable again. AI

IMPACT Potential usability issues with AI-integrated development tools could hinder adoption.

RANK_REASON User-reported issue with a specific software product.

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Cursor IDE users report massive state.vscdb file growth, seek solutions

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/eyueldk ·

    state.vscdb is 160GB large and growing - Cursor refuses to provide a solution.

    <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/cursor/comments/1w7zv5x/statevscdb_is_160gb_large_and_growing_cursor/"> <img alt="state.vscdb is 160GB large and growing - Cursor refuses to provide a solution." src="https://preview.redd.it/kv6b7gha7pnh1.png?width=140&amp;height…

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