Mouse Cursor Disappeared on Windows

If your mouse pointer/cursor is not showing and preventing you from using Windows enjoyable, then you should take the required troubleshooting steps to try and resolve the issue certainly. Identifying the exact source of the problem might be very challenging, so it is recommended to try different approaches, which cover a wide range of potential problems. Below, we have listed some of the best ways to try and restore your disappearing mouse pointer/cursor on Windows:

Check Function Keys on Your Keyboard

Function keys are a quality-of-life feature on many keyboards. They are meant to provide you with a way to quickly access various computer options, as well as to manage specific options on-the-fly. Sometimes, pressing the function key in combination with one of the F keys may result in unexpected changes, such as having your mouse cursor disappear. We recommend trying to press the following key combinations to see if the mouse cursor shows up – Fn + F3, Fn + F5, Fn + F7, Fn + F8, Fn + F9, Fn + F11.

Check if Windows has Enabled Your Mouse

Doing this without a cursor may be a bit tricky, but it is achievable. You need to press the Windows Button + R to open the 'Run' prompt. Try typing 'main.cpl' – if the text does not show up, press 'Tab' until you select the input field. Once you enter 'main.cpl' press Enter. This will open a new window, where you will need to press 'Right Arrow' multiple times to open the 'Device Settings' tab. Once there, verify that the mouse is enabled – if it is not, press 'Tab' repeatedly until you select the 'Enable' key and press enter.

Update Mouse Drivers

You can download drivers from the mouse vendor's official website, or use automated driver updating software. Alternatively, you can open the Start Menu and open 'Device Manager.' Use the right-arrow, Enter, and Tab keys (as explained in the paragraph above) to open the 'Mice and other pointing devices' tab. Select 'HID-compliant Mouse' and press Enter to load the 'Properties' section. Use right-arrow and tab to go to Driver -> Update Driver.

Run an SFC Scan

Press Windows Button + R and type 'cmd' in the prompt. Once the Windows Console loads, type 'sfc /scannow' and press Enter.

Try a Different Mouse

Windows might be experiencing unexplainable problems with your specific mouse or the drivers it uses. It is recommended to try a different mouse to see if the issue gets resolved.