Guide to Changing Mouse Pointer Icon on Windows 10

Discover the process to give your Windows 10 computer a personalized touch: learn how to change the mouse pointer icon! This article will show you the steps you need to take in order to customize your user experience.

0
321

How to Change the Default Mouse Pointer

To change the default mouse pointer on Windows 10, follow these steps:

Step 1: Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings window. In the Windows Settings window, select Devices.

Select Devices

Step 2: Select the Mouse tab in the left column, then click Additional mouse options under Related Settings.

Select Additional mouse options

Step 3: In the Mouse Properties window, select the Pointers tab. Choose a new mouse pointer from the drop-down menu under Scheme.

Select new mouse icon

Step 4: Select the desired size for the mouse pointer icon and click Apply to save the changes. You can also resize the mouse pointer for better visibility if needed.

How to Customize the Mouse Pointer

If you want to change individual pointers, follow these steps:

Step 1: In the Customize section of the Mouse Properties window, select the cursor you want to change. There are 15 types of pointers for different functions in Windows 10.

Select Browser

To select a custom cursor, click Browser. You will see a folder with various cursor options.

Step 2: Select a pointer type that matches the function and click Open to apply the new icon.

Select Open

If you have individual cursor icons, you can manually install them by copying their image files to the Cursors folder located at “C:WindowsCursors”. However, make sure to scan these files for viruses before downloading them.

Above are the steps to change the mouse pointer icon on Windows 10. Follow the instructions and enjoy your new mouse pointer!

You may also like

How to Easily Enable and Disable Bluetooth Connection on a Laptop

Struggling to figure out how to use the Bluetooth function on your laptop? Don’t worry, Dien May XANH has got you covered! Today, we will show you how to turn Bluetooth on and off quickly and easily to maximize your laptop experience.

Solving the RPC Server is Unavailable Error in Windows 10

Are you receiving the RPC Server Unavailable error on your Windows 10 computer? Learn about the causes and solutions for this issue so you can once again have a smooth and uninterrupted experience.

How to Fix the Unknown Hard Error on Windows 11

Are you troubled by the Unknown Hard Error message on Windows 11 when opening programs or using the taskbar? Try one of these six solutions to resolve the issue.

How to Turn On/Off the Window Shake Feature on Windows 11

Want a simpler way to switch between open applications on Windows 11? Enabling the shake mouse feature will let you quickly minimize or maximize all windows with just a shake of your mouse!