- Quick specs
- Price: Free; paid upgrade avaialable $19.95 to buy
- Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows XP
- Date added: September 17, 2008
- Total Downloads: 4,439,730
- Downloads last week: 11,554
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 293 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff on December 07, 2008
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.
Publisher's description
From Stardock :CursorFX is a program for Windows XP and Windows Vista 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.
Version 2.01 adds additional cursors and more options.
What's new in this version:
Version 2.01 adds additional cursors and more options.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 293 votes
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Have never been able to download the program."
Pros: Nothing good.
Cons: Not able to download the program.
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Mixed feelings seeing my cursor change shapes"
Pros: It's kind of neat to have the cursor change shapes, but it's a little awkward too.
Cons: Not crazy about the stealth-type shapes the cursor changes to.
Summary: It's okay. You can change the cursor shape to different ones.
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Gives your standard Windows cursor a new look"
Pros: Quick install, easy to use GUI, low on system resources (about 2.6 MB of RAM)
Cons: Very few options activated with the trial version. Some of the cursors are too large for my liking and you can't adjust the size with the trial version.
Summary: If your bored with the standard Windows cursor this app can give that little arrow a new makeover. There are a few cursors to choose from (I like the Krystal cursor the best, the Hand cursor is pretty cool too). Like I said in the cons section there... read more >>
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
Pros: GREAT POINTER DESIGN I LOVE IT
IT'S FREE
I'M PRETTY SURE YOU'LL LIKE ONE OF THE DESIGN'S !Cons: LIMITED DESIGN TO CHOOSE FROM, UNLESS YOU WANT TO PAY FOR IT !
Summary: NO BUG'S ! ^^
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Not Much Cursors To Choose From On There Web Site"
Pros: The Smaller Cursors In The Program Work Well
Cons: Some Of The Cursors Are To Large To Use On The Task bar The upgrade Not Worth The $ 19.95 To Buy
Summary: I Find It Easy To Change Cursors With The Programe
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