A few tweaks in Windows’ settings can ensure your pointer stays visible, so you’re not left chasing a ghost on your screen.

To get rid of a crosshair that's stuck on your PC screen, check your monitor's On-screen Display settings, disable Crosshair Bloom in game settings, etc.

How do I get the cursor back on my Chromebook? On Chromebooks with a touchscreen, you may notice the cursor disappear from time to time.

We explain how to get a crosshair cursor, and how to make a crosshair appear for your mouse pointer (CTRL+ALT+P) in Windows 11/10.