For a larger or easier-to-see pointer, open Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch. For a different pointer scheme or individual cursor, open Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > Additional mouse settings > Pointers, choose the scheme or browse to a trusted cursor file, then apply it.
Open Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch. Change the pointer style, color, or size and check that it remains easy to see on both light and dark backgrounds.
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Open the classic Pointers tab
For a full pointer scheme, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > Additional mouse settings, then select the Pointers tab.
Open the Scheme list and choose a Windows scheme. Select Apply and move the pointer around before making any file-based change.
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Change one pointer when needed
Select a role such as Normal Select, choose Browse, and open the trusted cursor file you want. Windows cursor files normally use .cur for a still pointer or .ani for an animated one.
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Save the custom scheme
Choose Save As and give the scheme a clear name. This keeps the chosen pointers together so you can restore them after changing themes.
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Keep a readable fallback
Confirm the pointer is visible in common apps, menus, and text fields. If a file is missing or difficult to see, return to the Pointers tab and select Windows Default.
If it does not work
If Browse cannot use a downloaded item, confirm it is a cursor file rather than an installer, archive, image, or executable. Do not run an unknown cursor-pack program.
If a custom cursor disappears after a theme change, reopen the saved scheme and apply it again, or return to Windows Default.
If only the pointer size or color matters, use Accessibility instead of downloading files. It is simpler and works across the built-in pointer roles.
ⓘ Sources and verification
Checked against official documentation on . Scope: Windows 11.
The written steps follow the current help pages linked below. The saved video is an older walkthrough and may show different labels.
