QtCursorShape

QtCursorShape is an enumeration type within the Qt framework that defines a set of predefined cursor shapes available for use in a graphical user interface. These shapes represent the visual appearance of the mouse pointer as it moves over different widgets or areas of the application window. By default, when a mouse pointer hovers over a widget, it usually displays the standard arrow shape. However, developers can programmatically change the cursor to one of the shapes defined in QtCursorShape to provide visual feedback to the user about the current state or available actions.

The enumeration includes various common cursor shapes such as Qt.ArrowCursor, which is the default pointer; Qt.BusyCursor, often used to indicate that the application is performing a task and is temporarily unresponsive; Qt.CrossCursor, typically used for drawing or selection tools; Qt.HandCursor, commonly associated with clickable links or buttons; and Qt.IBeamCursor, used when the mouse pointer is positioned over a text input area. Other shapes like Qt.SizeVerCursor, Qt.SizeHorCursor, and Qt.SizeAllCursor indicate resizing capabilities. The specific set of available shapes can be found in the Qt documentation for the QCursor class. Developers can set the cursor for an entire widget or for specific parts of the screen by creating a QCursor object with the desired shape and applying it to the relevant area. This allows for intuitive user interaction and clear communication of the application's state.