Fix Mouse Cursor Disappearing on Windows 11/10 & Chrome
It is frustrating when your mouse cursor suddenly vanishes. Whether it happens while typing, browsing Chrome, or waking from sleep, here are the most common fixes.
Check 'Hide pointer while typing'
- Open Mouse Settings (Win + I > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse).
- Click Additional mouse settings.
- In the Pointer Options tab, uncheck 'Hide pointer while typing'.
- Click Apply.
Disable Hardware Acceleration (Chrome/Edge)
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Update or Reinstall Drivers
Open Device Manager, expand Mice and other pointing devices, right-click your mouse, and select Update driver. If that fails, Uninstall device and restart Windows to let it reinstall automatically.