The pointer is hard to find
During screen sharing, the pointer is small and quick movements are easy to miss
Presentation and demo utility
Press a key to highlight the pointer
Keep holding it and drag to frame the area you want people to see
No account requiredNo subscriptionNo data collection
When you are presenting your screen
During screen sharing, the pointer is small and quick movements are easy to miss
Directions such as “the setting at the top right” can still leave viewers searching
Switching drawing modes or tools breaks the rhythm of a product demo
Only two actions to learn
Temporarily highlight a point or area while continuing your normal workflow
Press Command on Mac or Control on Windows to show a ring around the pointer
Hold the key and drag to temporarily frame an important area in a document or settings screen
Tuned for screen sharing
The slight delay makes the highlighted position easier to follow even when screen sharing has a low frame rate
Compared with a full screen-annotation tool
A full screen annotation tool offers a broad range of drawing features
Pointer Cue prioritizes the two actions used most in demos—pointing and framing—without mode switching
Use cases
Add a visual cue only when needed so viewers can stay focused without searching the screen
Highlight the feature or setting you are discussing
Keep the customer’s attention on the right place
Make click targets and input areas clear
Guide viewers during recording without adding highlights in post-production
Only the essential features, ready when you need them
No account or cloud connection is required
The app does not collect or transmit typed content or screen information
Try the interaction before purchasing
Windows includes a 30-day Microsoft Store trial
On Mac, choose the direct 2026 trial build or the Mac App Store version
Microsoft Store version
All core features are available during the trial
Frequently asked questions
A full annotation tool is suited to drawing and detailed markup. Pointer Cue is optimized for instantly pointing and framing without entering a drawing mode
No. The app is not purchased automatically when the 30-day trial ends. To continue, purchase the $0.99 version from Microsoft Store
It is available through December 31, 2026, with no automatic charge afterward
Core features are the same. The direct build expires at the end of 2026, while the $3.99 App Store version has no expiration
Yes. Pointer Cue appears in shared-screen output and can be used in common online meetings and product demos
No. It does not collect, store, or transmit typed content or screen information
Pointer Cue