cli-cursor

What it is

cli-cursor is a Node.js module that allows developers to toggle the visibility of the CLI cursor, enhancing the usability and interactivity of command-line interfaces. It's particularly useful for creating more engaging terminal-based applications.

cli-cursor offers a straightforward and reliable way to control CLI cursor visibility, making it an essential tool for developers focusing on enhancing the interactivity of their command-line applications.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited functionality beyond cursor visibility

   cli-cursor only provides basic functionalities for toggling the CLI cursor visibility and lacks advanced features for more complex terminal interactions.

2. 02

   Small community and limited support

   Given its niche functionality, cli-cursor has a relatively small user base which may result in less frequent updates and fewer community resources such as documentation or forums.

3. 03

   Lack of comprehensive error handling

   The module does not provide extensive error handling for edge cases, which could lead to unexpected behavior when used in production environments with varying terminal configurations.

4. 04

   No support for additional terminal features

   cli-cursor focuses solely on cursor visibility and does not offer support for other common terminal functionalities such as color formatting or input handling, limiting its utility in more complex CLI applications.

What it does well

• Toggle CLI cursor visibility

• Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)

• Simple API for easy integration

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.