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How to change mouse sensitivity [Windows 10 & Mac]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A computer mouseis a key peripheral, and almost all users use it for input. Yourmouseallows you to quickly perform any action on your PC.
However, there are users who want to increase their mouse sensitivity even further. This is relatively simple, and today we’re going to show you how to do that onWindows 10.
How to change mouse sensitivity in Windows 10?
Change your mouse DPI settings
The best way to change mouse sensitivity is to use the DPI button on yourmouse. Usually,gaming micehave a DPI button on them that allows you to switch to a different sensitivity setting.
This is the best way to change your sensitivity because it allows you to change it with a single button.
We have to mention that your DPI settings are temporary, and in most cases, they will revert to the default value once you turn off your PC.
On the other hand, mice with adjustable DPI settings are relatively affordable, so if you want amousethat offers different sensitivity levels, you might want to invest in a newmouse.
Select a proper mouse pad
If you want to increase your mouse sensitivity and precision, you might want to consider using a differentmouse pad.
There are many great mouse pads with different textures that allow you to enhance your sensitivity.
Many of these pads are relatively affordable, so you might want to consider purchasing one of them for your PC.
Change mouse sensitivity on Windows 10 using Control Panel
If you’re satisfied with your current mouse and you don’t want to change it for one that allows you to change its DPI, you can change mouse sensitivity from Windows. The built-in Mouse Properties settings in Control Panel allow you to make changes to your mouse in just a few clicks.
1.PressWindows Key + Sand typeControl panel.
2.ChooseControl Panelfrom the list of results and click on it.
3.OnceControl Panelopens, selectMousefrom the list of options.
4.TheMouse Propertieswindow will now appear.
5.Go to thePointer Optionstab and adjust mouse pointer speed by moving the slider. You might want to try turning on theEnhance pointer precisionoption as well.
- After adjusting your mouse speed, click onOKandApplyto save changes.
This is the simplest way to change your mouse sensitivity, so be sure to try it out.
Use your mouse software to adjust the sensitivity
Gaming micetend to come with dedicated software that allows you to configure yourmouse. Thanks to this software you can adjust the mouse lighting, macros, and other settings.
In addition, you can also adjust the sensitivity of yourmouseso be sure to try that.
Keep in mind that not all mice come with dedicated software, so this solution won’t work for everycomputer mouse.
Modify your registry
If needed, you can further increase the sensitivity of yourmouseby modifying your registry. We have to mention that modifying the registry can be potentially dangerous so be extra cautious.
To change mouse sensitivity from your registry, perform the above steps.
After doing that, yourmousesensitivity will be set to maximum. If yourmouseis too sensitive, you might want to adjustMouseThreshold1andMouseThreshold2values.
Keep in mind that you need to keepMouseThreshold2 greater or equal to MouseThreshold1 at all times.
This solution is for advanced users, so if you’re not familiar with Registry Editor, or if you don’t feel comfortable editing your registry, you might want to use a different solution.
Changingmousesensitivity inWindowsis rather simple, but the best way to do that is to use amousethat allows you to adjust the DPI settings manually.
If you don’t want to purchase a newmouse, feel free to try any other solution from this article.
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Milan Stanojevic
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
