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Start with a readable source
- Use a clean silhouette that still reads at 32px.
- Remove background clutter before exporting.
- Increase contrast between the cursor and common desktop backgrounds.
Cursor quality
How to Fix a Blurry Custom Cursor
Blurry custom cursors usually come from tiny source art, weak contrast, oversized detail, or scaling that does not match cursor output sizes.
Make a sharper cursor02
Check output sizes
- Preview the cursor at 32, 48, and 64px.
- Avoid thin lines that disappear at smaller sizes.
- Use simple shapes for the active click area.
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Use Studio corrections
- Crop and center the source before downloading.
- Adjust scale so the subject fills the cursor area without clipping.
- Set the hotspot after the final size and framing decisions.
FAQ
Why does my cursor look worse after export?
Cursor output is much smaller than most source images. Fine details can blur or disappear when the image is reduced.
Should I use a larger source image?
Use a clean source, not just a large one. A high-resolution image with too much detail can still make a blurry cursor.
Does transparent background help?
Often yes. Removing background noise makes the cursor shape easier to read at small sizes.