If you want to locate or keep track of your mouse pointer in Windows 11 or Windows 10, here is how you can do that. You don’t need third-party apps, since Windows 11/10 includes a built-in option to do the job. This article explains how you can use the CTRL key to locate your mouse pointer within moments.
To some, the mouse cursor in Windows 11/10 looks too thin. Sure,while you can always make the blinking mouse thicker or bigger in Windows, there may still come a time when you may just lose track of it! If you can’t easily trace your mouse pointer or find it, what do you do? Move your mouse vigorously?
How to find your Mouse Pointer in Windows 11
To locate or keep track of mouse pointer in Windows 11/10, follow these steps:
- Search for pointer options in the Taskbar search box.
- Click on the individual search result.
- Find the Show location of pointer when I press the CTRL key option.
- Tick the respective checkbox.
- Click the OK button.
- Press the CTRL key.
To learn more about these steps, continue reading.
First, you need to open the Mouse Properties panel on your computer. Although you can take the help of the Windows Settings, it may be time-consuming. That is why you can search for pointer options in the Taskbar search box and click on the individual search result.
After opening the Mouse Properties panel, find the Show location of pointer when I press the CTRL key option. You need to tick this checkbox and click the OK button.
Next, if you want to locate your mouse, you need to press the CTRL button on your keyboard.
Now, press the Ctrl key to see the effect and draw your attention to it.
You will never lose track of your mouse pointer again!
A circle appears when I press the Ctrl key on Windows 11
Windows 11 can show a visual circle if you have enabled the Show location of pointer when I press CTRL key setting. It can also appear if Touch Feedback is enabled.
How do I find my mouse pointer in Windows 11?
To quickly find the mouse pointer in Windows 11 or Windows 10, follow the guide above. First, search for pointer options and click on the individual search result. Next, find the Show location of pointer when I press the CTRL key option and tick the corresponding checkbox. Finally, click OK to save the change. Then, press the CTRL key to locate your mouse quickly.
How do I get my cursor back on my screen?
If you lose your mouse cursor while using an app, you can enable the setting mentioned above. This built-in feature lets you find or restore the mouse pointer whenever you want. This option is called Show location of pointer when I press the CTRL key. You can find this option in the Mouse Properties panel. A detailed guide is provided above; follow the steps carefully to turn on this feature.
Windows 11/10 users will be able to easily make the mouse pointer solid black.
