Move from Cursor edits to a live preview in one step

Answer First

Cursor is strongest when it compresses the distance between edit and outcome. PreviewShip extends that advantage to preview sharing by letting you deploy the built output or active HTML file directly from the editor and return a live link for review.

Key takeaways

• Editor-native deploys reduce review friction.
• A live URL is easier to share than screenshots or local recordings.
• Cursor plus PreviewShip fits high-iteration product loops.

Recommended workflow

1. Install the PreviewShip extension in Cursor.
2. Authenticate once with your API key.
3. Run the deploy command from the command palette. For framework projects, build first; for one generated page, deploy the active .html file directly.
4. Share the generated preview URL with reviewers.

Why this is better than screenshot-based review

Live previews preserve interactions, responsive layout, and the real browser environment. That makes them more useful than screenshots for nearly every review scenario.

Where teams save time

The biggest time gain comes from not leaving the editor. Review links become something you generate as naturally as you save a file or open the command palette.

The deployed input should still be browser-ready static output. PreviewShip will host your artifact, but it will not turn a raw source-code zip into a build.

FAQ

Do I need Git commits before deploying from Cursor?

No. PreviewShip is designed for artifact and workspace deploys, not just Git-connected branch previews.

Can I deploy an active HTML file from Cursor?

Yes. Open the .html file and run the active HTML deploy command. For multi-file apps, build first and deploy the generated output folder.

Can Cursor AI use the preview URL in the same workflow?

Yes. PreviewShip fits both human-triggered editor deploys and broader AI-assisted workflows.

Is this useful for client review?

Yes. A live preview URL is usually the easiest thing to send to a client for design approval.