How to Customize Your Mouse Cursor

Whether you want to add a fun twist to your desktop, make it easier to see, or just express your personality, customizing your mouse cursor is a simple yet effective way to do it.

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you everything from creating your own cursor image to applying it in Windows, and even reverting back to the default if you change your mind.

Customize Your Mouse Cursor

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Now follow the methods explained below to customize your mouse cursor to add a touch of flair to your desktop. In case you experience issues like – Black screen with a visible cursor, just follow this guide to fix it.

1. Create Your Cursor Image

Here is how you can create your cursor image:

Choose the image you want from the internet or from your photo gallery to use for your cursor. Ensure it’s in .PNG format for a transparent background.
If needed, edit the image to remove the background.

You can use the free online tools to do that. Here we are showing the methods using iPiccy.
Visit iPiccy in your web browser.
Click “Edit a Photo” at the top of the page.

Click “OPEN”, then select “Create image” from the menu.

Enter 45 for the width and 50 for the height.

Check the box for a transparent canvas, then click “Create”.
Expand the Editor option then select the “Designer” tab.

Click the “Add Photo” icon.
Upload your image by clicking “Upload Image”, then select your file.
Now adjust the Image. Drag the image onto the canvas.

Resize it if necessary to ensure it fits within the canvas.
Click “Apply” at the top to save your edits.
Save the Image. Click on “Save” then “My Computer”.

Name your file and select the .PNG format.
Choose a save location and click “Save to my computer”.

2. Convert Your Image to Cursor Format

Now you need to convert the image into cursor format. Follow these steps to do that:

For this, you can use Conversion Tools available online.
You can visit such image-converting websites in your web browser.
Upload the.PNG image you created.

Select .CUR format for conversation.

Convert the image and download the Cursor File to save the file to your computer.

Move the file to a preferred folder if necessary.

3. Change Your Cursor on Windows

You can change your cursor on Windows by tweaking Mouse Settings. Here’s how to do that:

Click the Start menu.

Type “Mouse Settings” in the search bar and select the top result.
In the Mouse Settings window, scroll down and click “Additional mouse Settings” under Related settings.
In the new window, click the “Pointers” tab at the top.

Click “Browse…” below the Customize section.

Here you will get several cursor styles available in Windows. You can choose from these styles. Or, you can locate and select your .CUR file, then click “Open”.

Click “Apply” and then “OK” to finalize your new cursor. Now, enjoy your custom cursor!

4. Revert to Default Cursor

If you want to switch back to the original cursor, here’s how you can do that:

Open Mouse Settings.
In the Mouse Settings window, and go to Additional mouse options under Related settings.
In the new window, click on the Pointers tab.

Select Use Default. Then click on Apply then “OK” to save the changes.

Additional Method: Change The Size & Color of Mouse Cursor in Windows

To change the cursor color in Windows, follow these steps:

Open Control Panel using Windows search.
Change the View by option to large or small icons.
Click on Ease of Access Center.

Click on Make the mouse easier to use.
Now select an option to change the color and size of the mouse pointer. Once done, click on Apply and then OK button to save the change.

Wrapping Up

Customizing your mouse cursor is a great way to make your computer feel more personal and visually engaging.

Whether you’ve created a custom image, downloaded a ready-made design, or adjusted the size and color for better accessibility, these changes can enhance both your productivity and your overall user experience. And if you ever want to return to the default settings, it’s just a few clicks away.

Now that you know how to do it, have fun experimenting with different styles and enjoy your new custom cursor.