How to Change Cursor Color in AutoCAD?

Steps to Change Cursor Color in AutoCAD

Changing the cursor color in AutoCAD can enhance visibility and ease of use whiledrawing. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you modify the cursor color in AutoCAD.

Step 1: Access the Options Menu

1. Open your AutoCAD application.
2. Type OPTIONS in the command line, or you can access it from the application menu found in the top-left corner.
3. Press Enter to open the Options dialog box.

Step 2: Navigate to the Drafting Tab

1. In the Options dialog box, locate the Drafting tab at the top.
2. Click on it to access drafting-related settings.

Step 3: Open Color Settings

1. Within the Drafting tab, look for the AutoSnap Settings category.
2. Click on the COLORS button to open the Drawing Window Colors dialog.

Step 4: Select the Component to Change

1. In the Drawing Window Colors dialog, you will see Context and Interface Element boxes.
2. In the Context dropdown, select Command Line to modify the cursor that appears during prompts.
3. In the Interface Element dropdown, choose Active Prompt Text.

Step 5: Choose Your New Color

1. A color palette will appear after selecting the Active Prompt Text.
2. Pick your desired color from the palette by clicking on it.
3. You can also customize the color further if you want a specific shade.

Step 6: Apply Changes

1. After selecting your new color, click Apply to save your changes.
2. Finally, hit OK to exit the options menus.

Additional Changes for Cursor Visibility

If you want to enhance visibility further, you can adjust the cursor size or change other graphical settings:

1. Adjust Crosshair Size:

   • Return to the Display tab in the Options dialog.
   • Locate the Crosshair Size slider and adjust it to your preference.
2. Improve Graphics Performance:
   • Ensure your graphics drivers are updated.
   • If necessary, modify the graphics settings in the Options menu under the System tab.

FAQ

Can I change the cursor color in earlier versions of AutoCAD?

Starting from AutoCAD 2025, these steps are applicable for customizing your cursor color. Earlier versions may have slight variations, but generally follow a similar process.

How can I reset my cursor color back to default settings?

To revert cursor colors to defaults, revisit the Colors settings in the Options dialog, and select the default color setting for Active Prompt Text.

What should I do if the color change doesn’t take effect?

If the changes do not appear, ensure you have not skipped applying or confirming the changes in the settings dialog. Restarting AutoCAD may also help in applying the new settings.