What is another word for cursor?

Pronunciation: [kˈɜːsə] (IPA)

The word "cursor" refers to an on-screen symbol, usually an arrow or a blinking vertical line, that indicates the position on a computer display where the user can interact with the content displayed. There are various synonyms for this word, including pointer, indicator, arrow, icon, and marker. The term "mouse" can also be used to refer to the device used to control the cursor on the screen. In some contexts, the word "caret" can be used to describe the blinking vertical line indicating the text entry point, while "highlighter" can refer to the on-screen tool used to mark or select certain elements. Regardless of the synonym used, all these terms refer to the essential element of an input device that computer users rely on for interaction with their machines.

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What are the hyponyms for Cursor?

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Usage examples for Cursor

The cursor Mundi is translated In to Inglis tong to rede For the love of Inglis lede, Inglis lede of Ingland.
"Early Theories of Translation"
Flora Ross Amos
Creech, Thomas, 151-2, 155-6, 158-9, 160, 166, 169. Cromwell, Thomas, 51. cursor Mundi, 10. Cynewulf, 6. Dacier, Mme.
"Early Theories of Translation"
Flora Ross Amos
There is a cursor to the right of the shell prompt.
"Debian GNU/Linux: Guide to Installation and Usage"
John Goerzen and Ossama Othman

Famous quotes with Cursor

  • Now I'm at the point where I can bring the cursor just about anywhere.
    Matt Nagle
  • Like a blinking cursor on an empty page, it was just the first thing. The beginning of the beginning. But at least it was done.
    Sarah Dessen

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