docj Posted October 13, 2019 Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 Maybe everyone already knows this, but I recently learned that Windows 10 version 1309 has much greater capability for customizing the mouse cursor than was possible previously. Yes, there's always been some ability to make the cursor somewhat larger, but, to my knowledge, there was no ability to make it anything other than black or white. I'm now using a larger, bright red cursor that sure makes it easier to see. Furthermore, I was also able to increase the "thickness" of the I-beam cursor and it, too, is red. If red isn't your favorite color, any other on the color palette could have been chosen instead. To make changes to the cursor go to Settings/Ease of ACcess/Cursor and Pointer Quote Sandie & Joel 2000 40' Beaver Patriot Thunder Princeton--425 HP/1550 ft-lbs CAT C-12 2014 Honda CR-V AWD EX-L with ReadyBrute tow bar/brake systemWiFiRanger Ambassador Follow our adventures on Facebook at Weiss Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted October 13, 2019 Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 (edited) I like "Cursor Tails" that gives a slight delay to the cursor movement, but it's been around forever. ETA: I don't know when the changes came out, either, but there's a lot more customization than I remember. Thank's, Joel. Edited October 13, 2019 by Darryl&Rita Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docj Posted October 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 16 minutes ago, Darryl&Rita said: I like "Cursor Tails" that gives a slight delay to the cursor movement, but it's been around forever. I also like using "tails" but having a colored cursor is a huge, huge improvement IMHO Quote Sandie & Joel 2000 40' Beaver Patriot Thunder Princeton--425 HP/1550 ft-lbs CAT C-12 2014 Honda CR-V AWD EX-L with ReadyBrute tow bar/brake systemWiFiRanger Ambassador Follow our adventures on Facebook at Weiss Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWharton Posted October 13, 2019 Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 This is great!!! Cursor, the bar and the hand are all a new color............. Thanks Joel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanZemke Posted October 13, 2019 Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 (edited) docj, "Maybe everyone already knows this". I didn't. Thanks for the useful tip. 🙂 update: for me, I preferred just setting the color to red. I tried bolder settings and didn't like them. The problem I seemed to be having increasingly, was being able to locate the cursor, even when moving it around. The red fixed that for me. Again, thank you. Edited October 13, 2019 by DanZemke added info Quote Volvo 770, New Horizons Majestic and an upcoming Smart car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted October 13, 2019 Report Share Posted October 13, 2019 (edited) I liked my cursor big and black in light mode, but folks you should try dark mode, now that really reduces strain on my old post cataract surgery eyes. I run it on all my systems. At first I hated it, then in an hour I was not impressed but after only a day I won't go back. Here's how: https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-enable-dark-mode-in-windows-10/ Edited October 13, 2019 by RV_ Quote RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLRam1 Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 Thanks Doc. Quote Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 I've tried the red but found it to be hard on my eyes. I settled on the yellow. I think you need to try all of them out and decide what's best for YOU. Good luck! Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docj Posted October 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 2 hours ago, 2gypsies said: I settled on the yellow. I assume you realize that the colors shown in boxes are only "suggestions." You can use the "choose a custom pointer color" link to select any color you desire. Quote Sandie & Joel 2000 40' Beaver Patriot Thunder Princeton--425 HP/1550 ft-lbs CAT C-12 2014 Honda CR-V AWD EX-L with ReadyBrute tow bar/brake systemWiFiRanger Ambassador Follow our adventures on Facebook at Weiss Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 28 minutes ago, docj said: I assume you realize that the colors shown in boxes are only "suggestions." You can use the "choose a custom pointer color" link to select any color you desire. Yes, that's why I suggested to try them out and see what's right for YOU. Quote Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agesilaus Posted October 20, 2019 Report Share Posted October 20, 2019 Hmm..not on my system. I can fiddle around with cursor size and pick a black cursor with a white shadow but no way to change colors that I see. I'm running 10.1.17763 windows version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim & Alice Posted November 2, 2019 Report Share Posted November 2, 2019 Joel, THANKS for pointing out the 'color' changes in 1309. I just dusted off my laptop for Holiday toad travels back to Texas/Pennsylvania/Michigan... and in catching up on updates I installed 1309 - and then saw your comment on utilizing colors in the cursor... and it works wonders for 'aging eyes'. I am even trying out some of the color Filters to change the overall background of windows... Good stuff. Quote 2007 Dolphin Safe-T-Plus Steering Bar Our Blog: Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docj Posted November 3, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 On 10/20/2019 at 3:40 PM, agesilaus said: Hmm..not on my system. I can fiddle around with cursor size and pick a black cursor with a white shadow but no way to change colors that I see. I'm running 10.1.17763 windows version If you have it it's under Accessibility, not under the usual cursor settings. Quote Sandie & Joel 2000 40' Beaver Patriot Thunder Princeton--425 HP/1550 ft-lbs CAT C-12 2014 Honda CR-V AWD EX-L with ReadyBrute tow bar/brake systemWiFiRanger Ambassador Follow our adventures on Facebook at Weiss Travels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 6 hours ago, docj said: If you have it it's under Accessibility, Go to All Settings............ Ease of Access....................Cursor & Pointer.... You should find the color & size controls there. Quote Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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