If the default size and color of your Mac’s cursor (referred to as a pointer by Apple) aren’t to your liking, you can give it a fresh look. macOS Monterey offers a range of personalization features, including cursor customization. This means you can change the size and color of your Mac’s pointer to suit your preferences. If you ever want to revert to the default color, it’s just a click away. Simple, right? In this article, we’ll show you how to customize the size and color of your Mac’s pointer.
How to Change the Mouse Pointer Size on Mac
If the default small size of your Mac’s cursor isn’t ideal for you, you can easily change it. Increasing the size of the Mac pointer can be beneficial for users with visual impairments. Additionally, a larger Mac pointer can be helpful when teaching someone, such as a child, how to use a computer for the first time. Here’s how you can do it:
To adjust the size of your Mac’s cursor, follow these steps:
1. Open System Preferences from the Dock or by clicking the Apple icon in the top menu bar and selecting System Preferences.
2. In the System Preferences window, click on Accessibility, then select Display from the sidebar.
3. Scroll down to the Pointer section.
4. Use the Pointer size slider to increase the size of your Mac’s cursor.
5. Moving the slider to the first notch will double the original size of your Mac’s pointer. You can drag the slider further to the right to increase the size up to 6 times larger.
How to Change the Mouse Pointer Color on Mac
If you find the original black-and-white cursor difficult to see due to low vision or a large screen, or if you simply find it dull, you can add some color to your Mac’s cursor. Here’s how you can change both the outline and fill color:
1. Open System Preferences on your Mac.
2. Click on Accessibility in the sidebar, then select Display.
3. Scroll down to the Pointer section.
4. Click on the white box next to “Pointer Outline Color” to access the color wheel. Apple provides various formats, including Color Palette and Color Pencil, for precise color selection.
5. Choose a color from the Color Wheel for the outline.
6. To change the fill color, click on the “Pointer Fill Color” box and select a color from the color wheel.
7. You’ll see the cursor color change in real time. If you want to revert to the original black-and-white colors, click on “Reset Colors.”
You’ve learned how to customize the size and color of your Mac’s pointer. Now, go ahead and personalize it to your liking. I find the pointer customization in macOS quite appealing. How about you? Share your thoughts in the comments below—I’m eager to hear from you.
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