Computer Tricks and Secrets

Short answer: you can make your own mouse cursor with a free online cursor maker (draw or upload an image, export it as a .cur or .ani file), then set it in Windows via Settings or the Mouse control panel. You can also download ready-made cursor packs. Here is how to create, install and manage custom cursors. Make your own cursor Use a free online cursor editor (search "online cursor maker") to draw a small image or convert a picture into a cursor. Keep it small (32x32 is standard) and use a transparent background. Export as .cur (static) or .ani (animated) format, the formats Windows uses. Set a custom cursor in Windows Open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > Additional mouse settings (or search "Mouse" in the Start menu). Go to the Pointers tab. Select a pointer role (e.g. Normal Select), click Browse , and choose your .cur/.ani file. Apply. Repeat for other pointer states if you have a full set. Install a cursor pack Do...