Cursor

A cursor is a small, typically blinking, symbol on a computer screen that indicates the current position where text or other input will be inserted. It acts as a visual guide, showing the user where their actions, such as typing or mouse clicks, will have an effect. The shape of the cursor can vary depending on the software and the type of action being performed, often appearing as a vertical line (I-beam) for text input, an arrow for selecting, or an hourglass indicating processing.

Cursor meaning with examples

• I stared at the blinking cursor on the blank document, struggling to come up with the perfect opening sentence. The anticipation was palpable, the rhythmic pulse of the cursor fueling my writer's block. Finally, inspiration struck and I began to type, the cursor now marking my progress as it trailed behind the words.
• After clicking on the 'Start' button, the operating system took a moment to load. I watched the cursor, shaped like an hourglass, and knew something was happening behind the scenes. The cursor was a sign of activity, a visual cue that the system wasn't frozen and would eventually respond to my request.
• The game froze, and the cursor disappeared completely. With a frustrated sigh, I knew the application crashed, and I wouldn't have any progress. Trying to use the keyboard did nothing, as the system could not register what I wanted. My cursor, was gone and with it the game!
• While editing the photograph, I used the mouse to move the cursor over the image, selecting specific areas for retouching. The cursor changed from an arrow to a brush or a selection tool. I made fine adjustments, guided by the precise placement of the cursor, to eliminate imperfections and improve the composition.