How to Fix Mouse Cursor Flickering in Windows 11

If you have been experiencing mouse cursor flickering on your Windows 11 PC, you are not alone. This can be a frustrating issue that makes it difficult to use your computer. However, there are several ways to fix this problem. In this blog post, we will discuss some troubleshooting options to fix mouse cursor flickering in Windows 11.

Check Mouse Pointer Settings

The first thing you should do is check your mouse pointer settings. Windows 11 has different settings for mouse pointers, and some of them may be causing the flickering issue. Here's how to access the mouse pointer settings:

1. Click on the Start button and select Settings.

2. Click on Devices, then select Mouse.

3. Under the Mouse pointer section, you can change the pointer size and color.

4. Click on Additional mouse options at the bottom of the page.

5. In the Mouse properties window, click on the Pointer Options tab.

6. Uncheck the box next to Enhance pointer precision.

7. Click on Apply and then OK to save the changes.

Restart Windows Explorer

Windows Explorer is responsible for managing your computer's files, folders, and other resources. If it becomes corrupted, it can cause issues with your mouse cursor. Here's how to restart Windows Explorer:

1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to open the Task Manager.

2. Click on More details to expand the Task Manager window.

3. Scroll down and find Windows Explorer in the list of processes.

4. Right-click on Windows Explorer and select Restart.

Rolling Back Drivers

Drivers are software components that allow your hardware to communicate with your computer's operating system. If your mouse driver is outdated or corrupted, it can cause issues with your mouse cursor. Here's how to roll back your drivers:

1. Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager.

2. Find your mouse in the list of devices and right-click on it.

3. Select Properties and click on the Driver tab.

4. Click on Roll Back Driver and follow the prompts.

5. Once the driver has been rolled back, check if the issue has been fixed.

Disable Enhance Pointer Precision

Enhance pointer precision is a feature that makes your mouse movements smoother and more precise. However, it can also cause mouse cursor flickering issues. Here's how to disable enhance pointer precision:

1. Follow steps 1-5 from the Check Mouse Pointer Settings section.

2. Uncheck the box next to Enhance pointer precision.

3. Click on Apply and then OK to save the changes.

Perform a Clean Boot

A clean boot starts your computer with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This can help identify if a third-party program is causing the mouse cursor flickering issue. Here's how to perform a clean boot:

1. Press Windows key + R and type msconfig in the Run dialog box.

2. Click on the Services tab and check the box next to Hide all Microsoft services.

3. Click on Disable all and then click on the Startup tab.

4. Click on Open Task Manager and disable all startup programs.

5. Close Task Manager and click on OK in the System Configuration window.

6. Restart your computer and check if the issue has been fixed.

Reinstalling the Mouse and Graphics Drivers

If none of the above methods work, reinstalling your mouse and graphics drivers may help fix the issue. Here's how to uninstall and reinstall drivers:

1. Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager.

2. Find your mouse and graphics drivers in the list of devices and right-click on them.

3. Select Uninstall and follow the prompts.

4. Restart your computer.

5. Windows will automatically reinstall the drivers.

6. Check if the issue has been fixed.

Mouse cursor flickering can be a frustrating issue, but there are several ways to fix it. We have discussed some troubleshooting options, including checking mouse pointer settings, restarting Windows Explorer, rolling back drivers, disabling enhance pointer precision, performing a clean boot, and reinstalling drivers. If the issue persists, there may be other underlying issues causing the problem, and you may need to seek additional support.