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Uploaded CUR files are removed immediately post-conversion. Generated DBK files auto-delete within 24 hours for complete privacy.

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The heavy lifting happens on Convertio's servers. Your computer or phone stays unburdened while CUR converts to DBK in the cloud.

Browser-Based Tool

No software to install — open your browser, upload CUR, and download DBK. Works on any operating system with internet access.

How to convert CUR to DBK

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose dbk or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your dbk file right afterwards

About formats

CUR is the cursor image format for Microsoft Windows), structurally nearly identical to the ICO (icon) format but with the addition of a hotspot coordinate that identifies the precise pixel position where mouse clicks register. Introduced with early Windows versions, CUR files use the same container structure as ICO: a directory header listing one or more image entries, each specifying dimensions and color depth, followed by the pixel data for each variant. Like ICO, a single CUR file can contain multiple images at different sizes and color depths, allowing Windows to select the most appropriate cursor image for the current display resolution and color settings. Image data within CUR files can be stored as BMP pixel arrays (for legacy compatibility) or as embedded PNG images (supported since Windows Vista) for alpha-blended cursors with smooth edges. The hotspot coordinate — the distinguishing feature separating CUR from ICO — is stored as an X,Y pair in the directory entry header, typically pointing to the tip of an arrow or the center of a crosshair. One advantage is multi-resolution packaging: a single CUR file provides appropriate cursor imagery across display densities from standard DPI to high-DPI screens. Native Windows integration is another strength — CUR files are loaded directly by the operating system for mouse cursor) display without any third-party software. CUR files are used by application developers and theme creators to customize the pointing experience across Windows environments.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: 1987
DBK is a file extension associated with DocBook, a semantic markup language for technical documentation defined in XML (and originally SGML). DocBook was created around 1991 by HaL Computer Systems and O'Reilly & Associates, later maintained by the OASIS DocBook Technical Committee. The vocabulary provides over 400 element types designed specifically for books, articles, reference pages, and technical manuals — including structural elements (book, chapter, section, appendix), block elements (para, programlisting, table, figure), and inline elements (emphasis, filename, command, classname). Authors write content focusing on meaning rather than appearance, and separate stylesheets transform the DocBook source into output formats like HTML, PDF, EPUB, and man pages. One advantage is strict separation of content and presentation — a single DocBook source document can generate a printed book, a website, an ebook, and Unix man pages through different transformation pipelines, without any content duplication. The rich semantic vocabulary is another strength: because elements like <command>, <filename>, and <errorcode> carry precise meaning, toolchains can index, cross-reference, and validate technical content in ways that generic markup cannot. DocBook has been adopted by major open-source projects including the Linux kernel documentation, GNOME, KDE, and FreeBSD for their official documentation, and it remains the standard for single-source technical publishing.
Initial release: 1991

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert CUR to DBK?

CUR files contain cursor artwork locked in a Windows-specific format — converting to DBK lets you reuse that art in designs.

What programs open DBK files?

XMLmind XML Editor, oXygen XML Editor, and DocBook toolchains process DBK technical documentation

What platforms support the CUR to DBK converter?

Any device with a web browser — Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, iOS, and Android. No app installation is needed.

Are colors preserved in the CUR to DBK conversion?

Color information transfers accurately to DBK. The converter maintains the original color profile as closely as the target format allows.

How many CUR files can I convert at once?

You can upload multiple CUR files in one session. Each converts to DBK separately, and all results are downloadable upon completion.

Will the converted DBK keep the original resolution?

Yes — the default conversion preserves the original pixel dimensions