ActivIcons 4.0

Lets you easily change default Windows icons, cursors and other icon-related desktop parameters (such as: make text labels transparent, animate icons, restore desk layout, change icons on individual folders). Quickly change default mouse cursors, rebuild Windows' icon cache, increase cache size, change drive and other icons, restore default icons, more.

See also: cursors, desktop icons

CursorXP 1.31

Tired of the plain white arrow that is your cursor? Stardock CursorXP is a program that lets you use and create incredibly cool looking Windows mouse cursors. Give your eyes a rest and entertain your brain while working and playing on the computer. Add effects like shadows, trails, explosions and other animations to your cursors, or choose something a little more sedate but easier to see. Give it a try today!

See also: Cursors, Desktop, Toys, Stardock, Customization, fun stuff, Windows customization