Complete program for troubleshooting installation problems
Although Gemini Cursor is relatively easy to install, the following typical problems and solutions may be encountered:
- Node.js version issues: Ensure that the v16+ version is used. This can be accomplished by
nvm use 16Quickly switch versions. - Dependency installation failed: Try running the
npm cache clean --forceRe-installation. Users in mainland China can use Taobao mirror source instead. - Invalid API key: Ensure that the Gemini API has been enabled in the Google Cloud console and check that there are no usage restrictions on the key.
- Screen Sharing FailureFor Mac, you need to grant screen recording permission in "Security & Privacy"; for Windows, you need to turn off the anti-software screenshot setting.
- The microphone is not working.: To check the browser permission settings, Chrome users need to
chrome://settings/content/microphoneSet the exception in.
It is recommended that first-time users follow theInstallation → Dependencies → Permissions → ConfigurationThe step-by-step checking of the 90% problems can be solved by these methods.
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