How Do I Change My Cursor in AutoCAD?

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Do you find the default cursor in AutoCAD a bit dull? Do you want to customize it to make your design experience more enjoyable?

Well, you’re in luck! In this tutorial, we will show you step-by-step how to change your cursor in AutoCAD. So let’s get started!

Step 1: Accessing the ‘Options’ Menu

First, open AutoCAD and click on the “Tools” tab located at the top of the screen. From the dropdown menu, select “Options“.

Step 2: Navigating to ‘Display’ Settings

A new window called “Options” will appear. Look for “Display” in the left sidebar and click on it to access display settings.

Step 3: Customizing the Cursor Appearance

In the display settings window, locate the section labeled “Crosshair Size and Appearance“. Here, you can adjust various aspects of your cursor’s appearance.

  • Crosshair Size:

    • If you prefer a larger or smaller crosshair size, simply adjust the slider provided. Move it to the left for a smaller cursor or to the right for a larger one.

  • Crosshair Color:

    • You can also change the color of your cursor. Click on the color box next to “Crosshair Color” and select a color from the palette that appears. Feel free to choose a color that suits your style or makes your cursor more visible.

  • Show Cursor Tooltips:

    • If you find tooltips helpful, leave this option checked. Otherwise, uncheck it to disable tooltips.

  • Highlight Cursor Path:

    • If you want to see a trail of your cursor’s path, enable this option by checking the box next to it. This can be particularly useful when recording videos or creating tutorials.

Step 4: Saving Changes

After customizing your cursor to your liking, click “Apply” and then “OK” at the bottom of the window. Your changes will take effect immediately.

Congratulations! You have successfully changed your cursor in AutoCAD. Now you can enjoy a personalized and visually appealing cursor as you work on your designs.

Note: If you ever wish to revert to the default cursor settings, simply follow the steps above and reset any changes you made in the display settings window.

We hope this tutorial has been helpful in enhancing your AutoCAD experience. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks!