MouseCross User Manual

Welcome to the MouseCross user manual. This guide will help you install, configure, and use MouseCross to locate your mouse cursor more easily.

What is MouseCross?

MouseCross is a professional crosshair overlay application designed to help visually impaired users, particularly those with tunnel vision, locate their mouse cursor on the screen. The application displays a customizable crosshair that follows your mouse pointer, making it easier to find and track.

Key Features

Customizable Crosshair - Adjust color, size, opacity, thickness, and shape
Direction Arrows - Arrow-shaped indicators pointing toward the cursor
Inverted Mode - Enhanced visibility on any background color
Click-through Overlay - Doesn't interfere with mouse clicks
Global Hotkey - Quickly toggle the crosshair on/off (Ctrl+Alt+Shift+C)
Auto-start - Optionally launch automatically with Windows or macOS
Persistent Settings - Your preferences are saved automatically
Offline Operation - No internet connection required
Privacy Focused - No data collection or telemetry

Who Should Use MouseCross?

MouseCross is designed for:

Users with tunnel vision or peripheral vision loss
Users with low vision who have difficulty locating the cursor
Users who need visual assistance tracking the mouse pointer
Anyone who uses large or multiple monitors and loses track of the cursor

Accessibility Features

MouseCross has been designed with accessibility in mind:

Screen Reader Support - All dialogs and controls are fully accessible
Keyboard Navigation - Complete keyboard access to all features
High Contrast - Customizable colors for maximum visibility
Simple Interface - Clear, straightforward settings
No Visual Clutter - Minimal, focused design

Getting Started

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installation
features
settings
keyboard-shortcuts
accessibility
troubleshooting

Quick Navigation

Installation Guide - Download and install MouseCross
Features Overview - Learn about MouseCross capabilities
Settings Reference - Configure MouseCross to your needs
Keyboard Shortcuts - All keyboard commands
Accessibility Features - Screen reader and keyboard access
Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions

System Requirements

Windows

Windows 7 SP1 or later (Windows 10/11 recommended)
10 MB free disk space
No additional software required

macOS

macOS 10.14 Mojave or later
Accessibility permissions required
10 MB free disk space

Privacy & Security

MouseCross respects your privacy:

No data collection - We don't collect any user data
No internet access - Works completely offline
No telemetry - Your usage stays private
Minimal permissions - Only accessibility permissions on macOS

License & Support

MouseCross is proprietary commercial software.

For support, please visit our GitHub repository or contact support.

Ready to get started? Begin with the Installation Guide.