- Quick specs
- Price: Free; paid upgrade avaialable $19.95 to buy
- Operating system: Windows XP/Vista
- Date added: September 17, 2008
- Total Downloads: 4,503,247
- Downloads last week: 11,265
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 299 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 299 votes
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
Pros: if you dont like the boring microsoft cursor this is for you(and me)loads to choose from at wincustomise,get one to match your windows theme or your mood.wont use up much ram (less than 4mb)
Cons: nothing bad to say about it
Summary: get your pointer spiced up a bit for free
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
Pros: More cursors than in heaven and Earth!
Cons: Heavy on system resources.
Summary: If you like unusual cursors......then, this is like hitting the powerball lottery! -- CursorFX has almost ANY cursor your mind can imagine, and even some you can`t! This download contains the cursor control panel and comes pre-loaded with a bunch of... read more >>
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Cool idea, but still some flaws"
Pros: Wide variety of styles. The program itself is easy to use and understand. Easy setup. The cursor animations are pretty neat as well.
Cons: When I went to load a game of counter-strike, my cursor wouldn't show up at all. I'm pretty certain it does this with all games. Too much of a hassle to switch back and forth just to play a game.
Summary: Overall, neat way to personalize your computer. But, there isn't any sort of usefulness plus the new style just gets distracting and the arrows are bigger than the default pointer making it stand out too much. Would be cooler if it enhanced usabil... read more >>
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
Pros: i like that its a change of pace its prettier and artsy i love it!
Cons: nonethere just is nothing bad about it!
Summary: i just love everything stardock designs and impulse put out there artsy and beautiful a cursor for everybody s taste its awesom! thank you cursor effects and most of all its free no spy ware no addwares nothing! its safe!
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Version: CursorFX 2.01
"Worth downloading but gets annoying"
Pros: Lots of options
Easy to personalise
Can create lots of stylish, animated cursorsCons: animated, oversized cursors get annoying after a while
unnecessary, normal cursors work fineSummary: Worth downloading as free but I chose not to use it
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