This page contains steps on how to change the appearance of one or more of the various mouse cursors in Microsoft Windows and Google Chrome OS. It should be noted that some programs use custom mouse cursors, and changing the Windows cursors does not always affect those used in third-party software. To proceed, choose one of the links below, relating to either Windows or Chrome OS, and follow the instructions.
Change a single mouse cursor (Windows)
The mouse cursor is one of the pillars of modern user interface design. Even if you’ve transitioned to a tablet or touchscreen device like Microsoft’s great Surface Pro line, sometimes you. DeviantArt is the world's largest online social community for artists and art enthusiasts, allowing people to connect through the creation and sharing of art.
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In Windows 8, typing anywhere on the Start Screen brings up the search box automatically.
Changing multiple mouse cursors (Windows)
In Windows 8, typing anywhere on the Start Screen brings up the search box automatically.
Helpful tips (Windows)Tip
In the Mouse Properties window, on the Pointer Options tab, you can add or adjust features for your mouse cursor, including cursor trails and the mouse speed.
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If you change each cursor individually or modify a scheme with new cursors, we suggest saving your settings as a new scheme.
Resizing the mouse cursor (Chrome OS)
In Google Chrome OS, the size of the cursor is updated in the Settings application. Below are the steps for accessing the mouse cursor size settings.
In this menu, you can also enable the Highlight the mouse cursor when it's moving option to display a red circle around the mouse cursor while it's moving.
Custom Mouse Cursor AppAdding a third-party mouse cursor (Chrome OS)Mouse Cursor Customize
While there's no direct control over the mouse cursor in the Chrome OS settings, the operating system allows users to add customized cursors through third-party Chrome extensions. To find a cursor you like, visit the Chrome Web Store to browse for extensions that allow you to customize your mouse. When you find one, install it using the instructions on the following page.
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