How to Click a Mouse

Learning how to properly click a mouse is not a taks that requires any heavy lifting, physically or mentally. Once you click your mouse, you can access all the information you need to on a computer.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Verify that you mouse is connected, that the buttons are facing the computer screen and that the mouse rests on a flat surface. Buy a mouse pad.
2. Move the mouse to the side of the keyboard that lets you click with your dominant hand.
3. Place your hand over the mouse. Make sure your thumb is on one side and your ring finger is on the other. Place the index finger above the left mouse button and the middle finger over the right button while your palm cups the rest of the mouse.
4. Move the mouse around on the flat surface. An arrow should appear on your screen. The arrow should turn into a hand with a pointing finger once you have hovered above a clickable area on the screen. Stop moving the mouse once you've identified something clickable.
5. Press and release the left button lightly. The sound of a click and a change on the screen signals that have you clicked correctly. Some things on your computer, such as applications, need to be double-clicked. Simply click twice over the item. Don't move the mouse or lift your finger from it while doing this, as the clicks need to be successive and quick.
6. Practice at websites that help you learn how to use your mouse (see Resources below). Complete the interactive exercises.
7. Simplify handling by investing in a cordless mouse. Buy an ergonomic mouse to prevent muscle stress and posture issues that may arise due to clicking on mice for hours.

Tips & Warnings

• If you run out of space when trying to move the mouse to an object you want to click on, lift the mouse and move it to its starting position to give yourself more room.
• Use your middle finger to operate the scrolling mouse wheel.
• Mac mice only have one button and can be operated with either the index, middle or ring finger.

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