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ZacharyWilson
Silver Contributor
Aug 20, 2026

Windows10 Mouse pointer size resets to default after rebooting the system

After customizing the mouse pointer size in Settings and restarting the computer, the pointer size reverts to the default setting. The settings in the Control Panel appear unchanged, but the actual pointer size on the screen has become smaller.

Reapplying the setting temporarily resolves the issue, but it reverts to the original state after the next restart.

3 Replies

  • Wenih's avatar
    Wenih
    Tin Contributor

    In some cases, your user account's configuration files may become corrupted, preventing settings from saving.

  • LiamWhite's avatar
    LiamWhite
    Iron Contributor

    After adjusting the size in Settings > Accessibility > Mouse Pointer and Touch, click Apply and restart File Explorer to save the settings.

  • Chloe1895's avatar
    Chloe1895
    Brass Contributor

    Ensure the Magnifier tool isn't set to automatically enable or change the zoom level, as this can affect pointer size.