Cursor Changer.bat

OS-like Scale Functionally + Changining Cursor Function
Cursor Changer 1.14.bat

Made by tamago1908

If you have any criticisms or problems with this batch, or find any, please submit an issue.
I will respond as quickly as possible.
well.
I Need reviews!

📰 - Latest News -

Update Released! News (2024/09/06)

Cursor Changer 1.14 has been released! This update includes numerous improvements and additions!
For a detailed change log, please see the Change log.

 

💡 - ABOUT THIS BATCH -

Cursor Chager is a project that tries to explore what can be done with batch and powershell, and is as OS-like functionally running on a single batch file! At the very least, it is by far larger and more complex than the other Batch OS Projects. And I (tamago1908) created all of them by myself.
In other word, Cursor Changer.bat is a combination of Real Cursor Changer and OS!

and also, This Cursor Changer is a batch that has been in development since 2021 and is still being developed over three years later.
It is probably one of the longest developing Batch OS in the world. Moreover, development is scheduled to continue in the future.

If you need any other backstory or detailed explanations, please visit the Wiki.

Incidentally, it is in no way related to the Real Cursor Changer, and the name match is coincidental. However, I feel there are some similarities in concept...

 
Main manu looks like This :

Setting menu looks like This :

 

🔎 - FEATURES -

Cursor Changer features include changing cursors, updates, calculators, settings, uninstalls, launches, OOBEs, and various other functions and Easter eggs.
Although there are only a few features at this time, but this BATCH is still under development, so new new features and patches to come! (at least as long as the developers are motivated)
Cursor Changer is written primarily in Batch and Powershell, with Batch being the primary language, and Powershell being used for functions that are difficult to do with Batch alone (like Msgbox, updates, playing music, disabling the maximize button, settings, etcs...)
In addition, Cursor Changer does not generate any temp files. (except for settings file and those generated by powershell)
Cursor Changer might be considered a pure batch project, but that's not entirely accurate. Some other batch projects utilize vbs, exe files, or .DLLs. Instead of using those, Cursor Changer makes use of PowerShell.
If projects that use such files are also referred to as pure batch, then Cursor Changer could be considered pure batch as well.

and the most recent report (Latest News) is given at least once a month.
At least as far as I have searched, almost all Batch OS have stopped updating in the last year.
No update and No news for 1 years over? That's pathetic lol.

In creating this BATCH, I were inspired by the following.

• Tobyfox (Undertale and Deltarune)

• SAO (Japan Anime, Sword Art Online)

• KinitoPET (Psychological horror game)

• BSOD (Blue screan of death)

• Windows XP (Operating system)

• Debios (Batch OS)

• Shivtanium (Batch OS)

• KByteOS (Batch OS)

• Battles of Batch (Batch Project)

 

❓ - HOW TO USE THIS BAT -

To use Cursor Changer, you must first set it up. Here is the procedure.

1 : Download the latest version from "Release" on Github. The following image shows a concrete example.

1.5 : Download it at here.

2 : After downloading, either run it as is or move it to your desktop and run it.
3 : Wait a few seconds, and the first setup will start automatically. Follow the instructions. At that time, you will be asked to confirm precautions and settings, themes, etc.
4 : Once setup is complete, you are then free to use the Cursor Changer. All functions in the menu after startup are available.

You can change the cursor, use the calculator, check for updates, or even find Easter eggs. however, that the current version has fewer features and is not perfect. If you want games or further OS-scale features, please wait for updates or report them in an issue.

💻 - SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS -

The following requirements must be met in order to run Cursor Changer :

@ mean is Windows 10 1803 have this by default)

• Windows 10 1803 or later
• @ Powershell 5.1 or later
• @ ESC Color Sequence support
• @ UTF-8 Support (Recommend : MS Gothic)
• Internet Connection (Optional)
• Good CPU (Optional)

Cursor Changer will not work in environments that do not meet the above conditions.
If your computer is running Windows 10 1803 or later, it will work without separate software installation.
It may be possible to run Cursor Changer on a PC running Windows 10 1803 or lower by installing an external application separately or edit registry key, but this is not recommended.

🚫 - DISCLAIMER -

The author of Cursor Changer.bat (hereinafter referred to as "Batch"), tamago_1908 (hereinafter referred to as "I" or "Developer"), is not responsible for any damages or losses caused or resulting from the execution of this batch. In other words, all responsibility for the execution of this BATCH belongs to the person who executes it. All disclaimers, notices, and copyrights are governed by the Apache License 2.0. However, the developer shall provide fixes and updates for any bugs, problems, or imperfections that may exist in this Batch.

the Developer will not be liable for any liability resulting from bugs or problems that may be added in future updates. This is permanent and will continue to apply. Please keep in mind, however, that the developer has not intentionally created the kind of program that causes problems, and has no intention of doing so. The user (the user of the Batch) may report to the developer any bugs or problems found in the batch that need to be fixed.

This disclaimer is basically in accordance with the Apache License 2.0 and does not imply any license modification.
This disclaimer and license applies whether expressly or impliedly, only when you install and run the batch, or You will be deemed to have understood the disclaimer when you run the OOBE and recognize the message that says please refer to this disclaimer both. The merits of the decision will only be determined in this regard.

Did you read this Disclaimer? if you so, click here...

📝 - Chenge logs -

Stable latest : 1.14 (build 83)
Beta latest : 1.13β6 (build 60) OUTDATED

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- 1.14 build 83 (Major Update, ALL MY EASTEREGGS ARE BELONG TO YOU) 🔥

Added :

• New Error handler!
  • (This allows it to handle all unexpected errors!)
• Mein menu is significantly Improved!
  • (Underline and Back ground has been added!)
  • (And You can toggle it in setting menu! Underline and MeinmenuBg)
• New App Menu!
  • Also 2048 Game is added!
• Shutdown and Reboot Commands added!
  • (You can use it in main menu!)
• UTF-8 Supports!
  • (Also, this causes Cursor Changer to check for UTF-8 support at startup! if your computer does not support UTF-8, it will not boot!)
• Few Eastereggs are added!
  • (Scary Welcome screen, main menu messages, and more...😈)
• GUI has been added to the message when settings are corrupted
• Download progress is now displayed during OOBE Music playback
• OOBE now has a place to enter the your name
  • (Cursor Changer now uses what you entered in OOBE when referring to your username)
• Several types of Linux-ish boot animation logs have been added
• And more...

Chenged :

• Almost all titles changed to Cursor Changer | (Current scene) format!
• Windows minimum requirements changed from 1511 to 1803
  • (1.14 now uses the more advanced VT100, so anything below 1803 that does not support them is no longer supported...)
• All {} in Cursor Changer changed to ""!
  • (Now it no longer crashes when You type a blank ( )!)
• The Main Cursor Changer portion of the code has been completely rewritten and redesigned based on the new GUI code!
  • (Cursor Changer functionality was almost broken in 1.13, but should work almost completely in 1.14. If you are concerned, do not use this feature!)
  • (Also, currently you can't use custom cursor feature)
• Version information section changed to new GUI code, and appearance has beed Improved!
• Exit menu section changed to new GUI code!
• Welcome screen is improved!
• All vbs codes are removed from within Cursor Changer and replaced with powershell!
  • (This means that Cursor Changer 1.14 no longer contains vbs code completely! Not even one!)
• BSOD Screen has been significantly improved, looks better, and now displays three pieces of information!
  • (Cursor Changer version, Windows build, and ErrorLevel!)
• ASCII art appearance improved with UTF-8 support!
  • (Some easter eggs, BSOD :) and exit menu are also improved by this!)
  • (However, I do not recommend using fonts other than MS Gothic, as some fonts may cause problems.)
• First animation of OOBE has been slightly improved!
• Updater now changes the number of lines in the console to match the length of the changelog when displaying the changelog!
• Mobas_loader changed to SAB_Manager
• Batbootpowershell changed to Powersheller
• inspectentirecommandlist command changed to help
  • (You can use it in main menu)
• And more...

fixed :

• Numerous typos are fixed!
• Boot animation related bugs are fixed!
• Several developer features have been fixed
• Some inappropriate and unused code has been removed
• Some bug in White theme under some circumstances has been Fixed
• So many bugs are fixed!
• And more...

This update brings the file size to 296KB. It also took 7 months to develop it.
Well, the reason for that is that I did not work on the development properly, but, well, I had no choice.
In the meantime, enjoy this huge update. Whether there is enough content to enjoy or not is another matter.
Also, as stated in the changelog, the use of fonts other than MS Gothic is not recommended.
I am trying to get it to display in a different font, but it may still cause unexpected display problems.
If you find a bug or a glitch, please report it in an issue.

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- 1.13 build 64 (Major Update, ULTRA SUPER BIG)

From 1.12 Stable

Added :

• OOBE feature!
• BSOD Screen (Error Tracker)!
• New Exit Menu!
• New Version Check Menu!
• Update Check Feature!
• Check Update When Boot feature!
• Mainmenu Messages
• ShutDown Screen
• New Three Boot Animation (You can toggle it at setting menu)
• Batch now check powershell is available or not
• And more...

Chenged :

• Boot animation has been improved!
• Significant changes in processing around startup process and processing order
• Now you can chenge the path of setting file is located (you need edit this batch)
• Improvement of some debug feature
• dogcheck related code is almost chenged
• fastboot has been replaced by checkupdate
• Many things

fixed :

• English Translation!
• Some Bad things
• Numerous other bug fixes
• And More...

This update almost doubled the size of the file, from 133KB in 1.12 to 250KB. Most of this is due to OOBE.
But it took us about 6 months to release a stable board, so I guess it's reasonable...
and in a way it was doomed, since it took us 6 months to release 1.12 as well...
If you find a bug or a glitch, please report it in an issue.

From 1.13β6

Added :

• Now you can toggle New three Boot Animation at in setting menu!

Chenged :

• More More More Better Boot code (little bit more faster boot)
• New BSOD Screen (Windows 10 likey)

fixed :

• Issue with Windows 11 Cenary build not correctly identifying the version
• Significant changes in processing around startup process and processing order
• Multiple "processing..." messages displayed when changing settings
• some bugs

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- 1.13β6 build 60

Added :

• Check Update at boot Feature!
• New three Boot Animation!
  • (it's still undone, so it's hided.)
• batch now check powershell is available or not

Chenged :

• More better win ver Check
• fastboot is now gone. rip
• some translation
• 2023 to 2024

fixed :

• Optimized boot process! (more more faster boot)
• Some inappropriate parts
• Remove useless comments and codes (a little bit)
• Fixed some OOBE parts
• Mistranslate
• Some Bugs

The three new boot animations are still incomplete and therefore hidden and unavailable at setting menu.
can toggle it by entering one of the following texts directly in the configuration file like this :
s5_linuxboot=true
s5_rawboot=true
s5_simpleboot=true
linuxboot can be used with simpleboot, but will not all others.
Also, with linuxboot enabled, a message may appear when using some functions. so I'm looking for a fix.

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