Definitions
- Referring to the blinking vertical line that indicates the position where text will be inserted or edited. - Talking about the graphical representation of the position of the mouse or touchpad on a computer screen. - Describing the arrow or other symbol that moves across the screen when navigating through a document or program.
- Referring to the graphical representation of the position of the mouse or touchpad on a computer screen. - Talking about the arrow or other symbol that moves across the screen when navigating through a document or program. - Describing a tool used to indicate or draw attention to something, such as a laser pointer or a pointing stick.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a graphical representation of the position of the mouse or touchpad on a computer screen.
- 2Both are used to navigate through documents or programs.
- 3Both can be used to select or highlight text or objects on the screen.
- 4Both are tools for interacting with a computer interface.
- 5Both are essential components of modern computer use.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Cursor primarily refers to the vertical line used for text editing, while pointer is more general and can refer to any graphical representation of the mouse position.
- 2Shape: Cursor is typically a vertical line, while pointer is usually an arrow or other symbol.
- 3Usage: Cursor is used more frequently in text editing or word processing, while pointer is used more broadly in navigating computer interfaces.
- 4Association: Cursor is more commonly associated with text editing or programming, while pointer is more commonly associated with general computer use.
Remember this!
Cursor and pointer are both terms used in computing to describe the graphical representation of the position of the mouse or touchpad on a computer screen. However, cursor is more specific and refers primarily to the vertical line used for text editing, while pointer is more general and can refer to any graphical representation of the mouse position. Additionally, cursor is more commonly associated with text editing or programming, while pointer is more commonly associated with general computer use.
