How to change mouse pointer size on Windows 10

Is the mouse pointer too small or too big? In this guide, you'll learn the easy steps to change its size on Windows 10.

Windows 10 change pointer size
Windows 10 change pointer size / Image: Mauro Huculak
  • To change mouse size on Windows 10, open Settings > Ease of Access > Cursor & pointer, and choose the pointer size.
  • You can also use the Control Panel using the “Mouse” properties.

On Windows 10, the mouse pointer is an essential feature that helps us to navigate the desktop more efficiently. However, if the pointer is too small or too big, depending on your requirements or screen resolution, you can change the size in a few ways.

The easiest way to complete this configuration is through the Settings app, but it’s possible to change the mouse settings from the Control Panel.

In the guide, I’ll explain the steps to change the mouse pointer size using the Settings app and Control Panel on Windows 10.

Change pointer size on Windows 10 from Settings

To change the mouse pointer size on Windows 10, use these steps:

  1. Open Settings on Windows 10.

  2. Click on Ease of Access.

  3. Click on Cursor & pointer.

  4. Choose the pointer size with the slider under the “Change pointer size and color” section.

    Change mouse pointer size using Settings app

Once you complete the steps, the pointer will automatically switch to your selected size.

Change pointer size on Windows 10 from Control Panel

To change the pointer size through the Control Panel on Windows 10, use these steps.

  1. Open Control Panel.

  2. Choose the Large icons option from the “View by” menu on the top right.

  3. Click on Mouse.

    Control Panel open Mouse settings

  4. Under the ” Scheme ” section, select the pointer size by choosing one of the mouse schemes, including the system scheme (small), large, or extra large.

    Change mouse pointer size using Control Panel

  5. Click the Apply button.

  6. Click the OK button.

After completing the steps, the new mouse pointer size will apply to your computer.

About the author

Mauro Huculak is a Windows How-To Expert and founder of (est. 2010). With over 21 years as a technology writer and IT Specialist, Mauro specializes in Windows, software, and cross-platform systems such as Linux, Android, and macOS.

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