CNET Editors' review
Sick of looking at that same old cursor? Us too. Click any of the animated 3D pointers on CursorFX to view the change before you even close the app. CursorFX starts you off with a handful of well-designed cursors, from the prim, sleek arrow replacement to a lightsaber look-alike or a grinding gear. More freebies await in Stardock's online user gallery.
These basic cursor-changing functions are free to use, but those seeking more performative tricks can upgrade to the Plus version. $19.95 unlocks features that have your cursor dot the screen with color each time you click or leaving trails of bubbles in its wake.
Anyone can tweak the custom cursor's look and feel and can easily revert to the standard model if you need a reminder of what you've left behind. CursorFX integrates into the Mouse panel, takes only about 1MB of RAM, and does not slow the cursor's movement. This free application is a must-have for upgrading Vista or XP's look.
CursorFX - Enhance your cursors with cool effects - Download Video Previews:Publisher's Description
From Stardock:
CursorFX is a program for Windows 7/Vista/XP that enables users to vastly improve the visual appearance and functionality of the Windows mouse cursor. Once installed, users can choose between hundreds of different mouse cursors with fluid animations, smooth edges, unique sizes, and more system event behaviors. In addition, CursorFX supports features such as smooth motion which the default Windows mouse cursor does not.
What's new in this version: Version 2.11 enhances compatibility when applying cursor themes.
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All versions:
4.0 starsout of 389 votes
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Current version:
4.3 starsout of 3 votes
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"Works as advertised"
Version: CursorFX 2.11
Pros
Just works
Cons
None to speak of
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"AWESOME!! Its more than just a cursor program"
Version: CursorFX 2.11
Pros
Awesome and kinda freaky at the same time... You gotta try the hand cursor freaks me out but its way cool at the same time... Not that many to choose from but what there is they are super cool.. it has an editor as well and soo much more
Cons
none that i can see
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"Suited my needs, worked as hoped"
Version: CursorFX 2.11
Pros
Fairly easy learning time
Cons
Wanted even larger fonts to select from
Summary
I'm newly-diagnosed with macular degeneration patient. This disease is expected to increase 150% by 2020 in the US alone. The biggest, boldest font you have barely met my needs, even after I adjusted my screen resolution.
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