How to Change the Mouse Cursor in Windows

Step 1: Access the Mouse Settings

The first thing you need to do is access the mouse settings. To do this, follow these steps:

• Click on the “Start” menu located at the bottom left corner of your screen.
• Select “Settings” (the gear icon).
• Click on “Devices.”
• In the left-hand side menu, click on “Mouse.”

Step 2: Choose a Cursor Theme

Once you have accessed the mouse settings, you can choose a cursor theme that suits your preference. Follow these steps to select a new cursor theme:

• Under the “Change your mouse pointer” section, click on the “Additional mouse options” link. This will open a new window.
• In the new window, go to the “Pointers” tab.
• You will see a list of different cursor schemes to choose from. Browse through the available options and select the one that you like the most.

Step 3: Apply the New Cursor

After choosing a cursor theme, you need to apply it to see the changes. Here’s how:

• Click on the “OK” button to save your selection.
• Close the mouse properties window.
• Your new cursor theme will now be applied!

Step 4: Customize Individual Cursors (Optional)

If you want to further customize your cursors, you can do so by following these steps:

• Go back to the “Pointers” tab in the mouse properties window.
• Under the “Customize” section, click on any cursor you want to change.
• Click on the “Browse” button to choose a new cursor file from your computer.
• Once you’ve selected the cursor file, click on “Open.”
• Repeat these steps for any other cursors you wish to customize.
• Click on “OK” to save the changes.

Changing the mouse cursor in Windows is a simple way to personalize and enhance your computer experience. By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can easily select a new cursor theme and even customize individual cursors to make your computer truly your own.

So why wait? Give your mouse cursor a fresh new look today!