How to Make Your Mac’s Cursor Bigger

If you are someone who finds it hard to keep track of the Mac cursor then this article is what you need. Whether you are using a mouse or a trackpad I will show you how to make your Mac’s cursor bigger or smaller.

  1. In the top left-hand corner click the Apple Menu ()
  2. From the Apple menu select System Preferences
  3. On the system preferences select Accessibility
  4. On the left-hand side of accessibility select Display
  5. Now on the display box select the Pointer tab
  6. Toggle the Pointer size slider to the right to make the cursor bigger

It is not always easy following along with a how-to with a simple list. So I have the how-to with pictures and, if you look below, even video instructions.

How to Make the Mouse Cursor Bigger or Smaller on Your Mac

Making your cursor bigger makes seeing it easier obviously but the biggest advantage with a bigger cursor is less eye strain.

Step 1. In the top left-hand corner click the Apple Menu ()

Mac Menu Bar
Mac Menu Bar

Step 2. From the Apple menu select System Preferences

Apple Menu
Apple Menu

Step 3. On the system preferences select Accessibility

System Preferences > Accessibility
System Preferences > Accessibility

Step 4. On the left-hand side of accessibility select Display

Step 5. Now on the display box select the Pointer tab

Accessibility > Display
Accessibility > Display

Step 6. Toggle the Pointer size slider to the right to make the cursor bigger

Accessibility > Display > Pointer
Accessibility > Display > Pointer

While making the cursor bigger should help you see it better if your wallpaper classes then it can still be hard to see.

If this is the case then you will want to know How to Change the Pointer Color on Mac to help you pick it out.

Make the Pointer Easier to See on Mac Video

If you are someone who prefers video then I have you covered with this simple-to-follow video on how to make the pointer easier to see on Mac.