How to Adjust Mouse Settings

Most of the time, your mouse will just do what it should when you turn on your computer. But you can make changes to customize your mouse so that it works just how you want it to.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Microsoft Windows

1. Click “Start” and then click on “Control Panel.” If you are using an older version of Windows you will click “Start,” point to “Settings” and then click on “Control Panel.”
2. If your “Control Panel” is in “Category View,” click the option in the task pane that says “Switch to Classic View.”
3. In the “Control Panel” double click “Mouse.” The “Mouse Properties” dialog box will appear.
4. Click on the “Buttons” tab. Under “Button Configuration” you can switch the primary and secondary buttons by selecting the check box. Under “Double Click Speed,” you can use the slider to adjust your speed. Under “Click Lock” you can select the check box, which will allow you to highlight or drag without holding the mouse buttons.
5. Click the “Pointers” tab. Under “Scheme” you can choose from a menu of available system schemes which offer several different mouse pointer options. You can further customize the pointer in the “Customize” box.
6. Click the “Pointer Options” tab. Here you can adjust the pointer speed and visibility. You can also select the “Snap To” check box which will automatically move the pointer to a default button.
7. Click the “Wheel” tab, and you will find scrolling setting adjustment options.
8. When you are finished making your desired adjustments, click “Apply” and “OK.”

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