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Cursor IDE users report slowdowns with Grok AI assistant

Users of the Cursor IDE are reporting significant slowdowns when using the Grok AI assistant. The issue appears to be affecting basic tasks, with users noting extended processing times. It is unclear if this is a widespread problem or isolated to specific configurations. AI

IMPACT Potential disruption for developers relying on AI-powered coding tools for productivity.

RANK_REASON User reports of a specific software product experiencing performance issues.

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Cursor IDE users report slowdowns with Grok AI assistant

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User reports of a specific software product experiencing performance issues.
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COVERAGE [1]

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

    Anyone else experiencing slow down right now?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I'm using grok on extra high and its taking so long right now to do some basic tasks. Anyone else experiencing slow down?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/FettyCLE"> /u/FettyCLE </a> <br /> <s…