Changing the Windows Cursor with CursorFX
Use your own custom cursors!
Tuesday, October 6, 2020 by Island Dog | Discussion: OS Customization
If you want to change the default Windows cursor to something way cooler, then we're going to show you how using Stardock's CursorFX!
What is CursorFX?
CursorFX allows you to apply custom cursor themes to your Windows PC. Users can easily apply skins, shadows, motion trails and sounds to your cursors. CursorFX comes complete with several unique cursors installed so you can get started right away.
Changing Your Cursor Theme
Once you purchase CursorFX, you can find your download in your Stardock account or download via the Object Desktop Manager. You can get your products and keys here. Once it's installed, start the application and you will see the main configuration screen.
By clicking the magnifying glass icon on the right of the selection, it will show the full preview of all the included cursor states. It will even preview the animations so you can see exactly what the cursor looks like in the center of the window you see the list of currently installed cursor themes.
CursorFX by default comes with several themes included, but I will also show you where to get more later in the article. You can simply browse the list of cursor themes by scrolling through the list, and when you find one you like, just double-click the selection or hit the Apply button. That will automatically change your cursor to the selected one.
Special Effects
CursorFX adds many features including special effects and trails. In the main configuration window on the left side, you have a list of additional features like effects and trails.
You can select different cursor actions and states and apply the available effects to that selection. It's a fantastic way to add some more customization to your cursor theme.
Adjust Color, Size, and More
In the Settings menu, you will also have a variety of ways to customize our cursor even further. Here you can adjust the coloring of a cursor theme, increase/decrease the size of the cursor, add shadows, and more.
Getting More Themes
CursorFX includes several high-quality cursors, but no need to limit yourself to those. There are hundreds available on WinCustomize.com that you can download and use with CursorFX!
CursorFX gallery on WinCustomize
Reply #2 Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:28 PM
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Reply #5 Wednesday, April 16, 2008 8:24 PM
and now I'll be refering here to everyone who asks me haha 
Reply #7 Thursday, April 17, 2008 8:21 AM
If you have CursorFX Plus, you can upgrade for $9.95. There are also discounts for Object Desktop subscribers, just see the link below. 
https://www.stardock.com/products/cursorfx/purchase.asp
Reply #9 Sunday, June 13, 2010 8:55 AM
I have had CursorFX for a long tie but it never works for me. Every time I open it and click on it to change my cursor it freezes up. Can you help with this problem? I love this program but haven't been able to use it.
Reply #10 Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:46 AM
You should start a thread in the Support section, and email support@stardock.com. Those would probably be better ways of getting support than on this thread....
Not that people don't want to help, it's just not the best place to do it.
Reply #11 Sunday, June 13, 2010 10:59 AM
punkinboop, do you know what version you have? I had the same issue with the previous free version, which required many, many reinstalls (12+) as it worked for awhile then would freeze up. The newest version has been totally trouble free. I recommend updating to it if possible.
Try uninstalling with Impulse ,run CCleaner or similar,reboot then reinstall. Note that the uninstaller will leave so much behind that it may not install properly, resulting in a freeze up on first use as was the case more times than I kept track of.
For the best results, I used Revo uninstaller,set on Moderate instead of Impulse or Add/Remove Programs. Let it scan after the uninstall, then delete only the items marked in bold print.
Reply #12 Sunday, June 13, 2010 11:02 AM
Good advice as usual, Doc. I thought I would would share my experience here though. There are threads about this same issue but I was too lazy ( I haven't had my coffee) to go looking for them.
Reply #13 Sunday, June 13, 2010 11:20 AM
Nothing worse than lazy Wizards....they're real 'creampoofs'. 
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Reply #1 Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:15 PM