# sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp

Defines project conventions for SvelteKit 2, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript in Cursor. It keeps code consistent by enforcing typed components and proper directory structure.

- rule · `type=rule` · Cursor · ★ 41024
- Author: PatrickJS
- License: CC0-1.0 · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/PatrickJS/awesome-cursorrules/tree/HEAD/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.mdc
- Updated: 2026-05-30
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp

## What it does

This rule instructs Cursor to generate code suited for SvelteKit 2 and Svelte 4. The model relies on `$:` declarations for reactivity and standard `writable` stores accessed via `$store`. Markup styling is handled via Tailwind CSS utilities, favoring Svelte's `class:` directive over ternary expressions inside class strings.

File organization follows official framework recommendations. Components live inside `src/lib/components/`, while page routes use `+page.svelte` files under `src/routes/`. Server fetching relies on SvelteKit `load` functions, and state mutations use form actions.

It will conflict with Svelte 5 runes. The configuration targets Svelte 4, Node.js 18 or later, TypeScript 5.x, and Vite 5.x. Event functions require the `handle` prefix, and interactive elements must include `aria-label` and `tabindex="0"` attributes.

## Install

### Cursor (native platform)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.mdc` — Frontmatter: description, globs, alwaysApply

### Claude Code

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.md` — The paths frontmatter field limits the files: move globs from the source into paths

### Codex

**AGENTS.md**
- Codex reads AGENTS.md: paste the rule text there

### GitHub Copilot

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/instructions/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.instructions.md` — The applyTo field sets which files it applies to: move globs from the source into applyTo

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.md`

### Cline

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.clinerules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.md`

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/PatrickJS/awesome-cursorrules/tree/HEAD/rules/sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.mdc

## When to use it
- structure routes and layouts following SvelteKit conventions
- apply Tailwind CSS utility classes without dedicated style tags
- declare TypeScript interfaces for component props
- add ARIA labels and keyboard listeners to interactive tags

## Example prompts
- Create an accessible button component in `src/lib/components/Button.svelte` with typed props and a `handleClick` function.
- Set up a `+page.svelte` route under `src/routes/dashboard` that loads server data via a `load` function.
- Define a writable store for user settings and display it using the reactive `$` syntax.

## Source text · sveltekit-tailwindcss-typescript-cursorrules-promp.mdc · CC0-1.0

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```text
---
description: "Cursor rules for SvelteKit development with Tailwind CSS and TypeScript integration."
globs: **/*
alwaysApply: false
---
Modible Project Standards

Version Numbers

Node.js: 18.x or later
SvelteKit: 2.x (which uses Svelte 4.x)
TypeScript: 5.x
Vite: 5.x
PNPM: 8.x or later


Remember the following important mindset when providing code:

Simplicity
Readability
Performance
Maintainability
Testability
Reusability

Adhere to the following guidelines in your code:

Utilize early returns for code readability.
Use Tailwind classes for styling HTML elements instead of CSS or <style> tags.
Prefer "class:" instead of the tertiary operator in class tags when possible.
Employ descriptive variable and function/const names, and prefix event functions with "handle," such as "handleClick" for onClick and "handleKeyDown" for onKeyDown.
Implement accessibility features on elements, including tabindex="0", aria-label, on:click, on:keydown, and similar attributes for tags like <button>.
Use consts instead of functions, and define a type if possible.

Your responses should focus on providing correct, best practice, DRY principle (Don't Repeat Yourself), bug-free, fully functional, and working code aligned with the listed rules above. Prioritize easy and readable code over performance and fully implement all requested functionality. Ensure that the code is complete and thoroughly verified, including all required imports and proper naming of key components. Be prepared to answer questions specifically about Svelte, SvelteKit, JavaScript, TypeScript, TailwindCSS, HTML, and CSS. Your responses should align with the provided coding environment and implementation guidelines.

Preferred Syntax and Patterns

Svelte Components

Use .svelte extension for Svelte components
Use TypeScript syntax in <script> tags:
svelteCopy
<script lang="ts">
  // TypeScript code here
</script>

State Management

Use Svelte stores for global state:
typescriptCopy
import { writable } from 'svelte/store';
export const myStore = writable(initialValue);

Access store values in components with the $ prefix:
svelteCopy
<p>{$myStore}</p>

Reactivity

Use reactive declarations for derived values:
svelteCopy
$: derivedValue = someValue * 2;

Use reactive statements for side effects:
svelteCopy
$: { 
  console.log(someValue); 
  updateSomething(someValue);
}

Typing

Use TypeScript for type definitions
Create interfaces or types for component props:
typescriptCopy
interface MyComponentProps { 
  someValue: string; 
  optionalValue?: number;
}

Imports

Use aliased imports where applicable (as defined in svelte.config.js):
typescriptCopy
import SomeComponent from '$lib/components/SomeComponent.svelte';
import { someUtil } from '$lib/utils';

Async Operations

Prefer async/await syntax over .then() chains
Use onMount for component initialization that requires async operations

Styling

Use Tailwind CSS for styling
Utilize Tailwind's utility classes directly in the markup
For complex components, consider using Tailwind's @apply directive in a scoped <style> block
Use dynamic classes with template literals when necessary:
svelteCopy
<div class={`bg-blue-500 p-4 ${isActive ? 'opacity-100' : 'opacity-50'}`}></div>

File Structure

Group related components in subdirectories under src/lib/components/
Keep pages in src/routes/
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