Don’t let mouse sensitivity ruin your day.
Having your mouse sensitivity change randomly in Windows 10 is one of the most frustrating issues, especially if you are playing a video game, working on a design, or using a setup with multiple displays.
Before you order a new mouse so you don’t lose your in-game rank or miss a deadline, try the solutions we have listed below.
Before we move to more complex solutions, try these fixes:
If none of these seem to be causing the mouse sensitivity issue, we can move to the more complicated solutions listed below.
To check your current mouse settings, follow these steps:
You can control this setting using Control Panel. Here is how you can do it:
Some of the manufacturers have their own apps to use together with their mouse. The advantage of these apps is that you gain more control over your mouse as you can change button functions, customize LED lights, or create profiles. Sometimes, these apps might interfere with the system settings and make your mouse sensitivity inconsistent.
If you have a third-party app installed for your mouse, open it and check the settings. Test the pointer precision to make sure everything functions properly. Otherwise, you can uninstall or update it.
You can use Windows 10’s troubleshooter to fix some of the most common problems users experience. While the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter was removed from the Settings menu, you can still access it through Command Prompt.
Follow these steps to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter:
You can use Command Prompt to search for corrupt files as they might cause your mouse sensitivity to change randomly. All you have to do is type sfc / scannow in the Command Prompt window and press Enter. Windows 10 will automatically replace any corrupt files it detects.
Related: Mouse Not Working in Windows 10? How to Fix Your Mouse Problems
Follow these steps to fix the mouse sensitivity issue through System Configuration:
Please note that if you are using a laptop or PC belonging to your employer, the changes you make using System Configuration might revert after you restart the device. Also, some options might be unavailable.
You can easily fix the mouse sensitivity problems following the solutions in this article and feel like you’ve bought a new mouse. If you have installed a multi-display setup, you can take the customization process further and install an app that changes the cursor behavior when moving it to a different screen.
You use a mouse for hours each day. If it leaves your wrists and hands feeling tired, it’s time to change things.
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Matthew’s passions lead him to become a technical writer and blogger. Having a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, he enjoys using his technical knowledge to write informative and useful content.
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