The visual indicator showing the mouse position on screen, which changes shape to indicate possible interactions. Custom cursors can reinforce branding and provide feedback about interactive elements. In Framer, the cursor becomes contextual tools for placing elements and manipulating the canvas during design.

The visual appearance of an element when a user's cursor is positioned over it, providing feedback and indicating interactivity. Hover states are essential for buttons, links, and clickable elements—without them, users can't tell what's interactive. Remember that hover doesn't exist on touch devices, so don't rely on it for essential information.