If your mouse won't connect to your computer, or only works intermittently, that's a problem. Do you need to buy a new one? Not necessarily. While it's easy to swap for a cheap wireless mouse, there are a few things to try before you spend money on a new ergonomic mouse or gaming mouse.
Like any other peripheral, the mouse needs power. Many mice have indicators on them that can tell you if there is a problem with the power supply. If your wireless mouse isn't working, check if there is a red or yellow light somewhere.
If it's battery-powered, open the mouse's battery holder and replace it with some new batteries to see if that solves the problem. For rechargeable models, plug it into a power source and see if the charging indicator lights up.
This may sound obvious, but you should also make sure that your mouse is actually turned on. Wireless mice usually have a power switch at the bottom. When you turn on the light, look for it again.
Many wireless mice actually require a receiver to work. These 2The 4G mouse comes with an adapter that plugs into a USB port on your computer and communicates with the device. If you have one of these models, make sure the receiver is plugged into your PC.
These USB receivers are usually small enough to be stored in the battery holder of the mouse itself, so turn it on and see if there's a small connector hidden inside. If you find one, unplug it and plug it into your computer. Make sure your mouse is open and connected.
If you have a wired mouse, make sure it's plugged into a USB port. If yes, make sure the plug is fully inserted. If that doesn't solve the problem, try carefully shaking the USB plug in the port; If the mouse can only make temporary connections, there may be a hardware issue.
It could be that your mouse is working fine, but it hasn't been paired with the computer yet, or it's been paired but hasn't been paired later. If your mouse is not connected via the receiver, you will have to connect manually via the Bluetooth menu.
Look for the Bluetooth pairing button on your mouse. Sometimes this also doubles as a power button. Press and hold the button and hold the mouse close to the computer to start the pairing process. Can't find the button on your mouse? If the mouse supports both types of connections, it may also be on the receiver.
Microsoft's Swift Pair feature should display a notification about your device; Click Connect to pair. If this doesn't happen, you can manually connect the mouse:
Windows 11: Open Settings > Bluetooth > Devices > Add Devices > Bluetooth, then select Mouse.
Windows 10: Open Settings > Devices > Bluetooth > > Add Bluetooth or Other Devices > Bluetooth, then select Mouse.
Mac: Open System Settings > Bluetooth. The new device will appear in the list; Click "Connect" next to the list on the right to pair the mouse.
If your mouse is plugged into your computer and still doesn't work, you may want to rule out the possibility of the USB port itself. Plug your mouse into another USB port and see if it works. You can also try plugging different devices into the same port. If you have another computer, insert your mouse into it and see if that fixes the problem.
Just because the USB port isn't working, doesn't mean you need to go to the repair shop right away. Check the ports for debris so they can be cleaned up. You may also need to update configurations or drivers from Device Manager.
The mouse communicates with the computer through a small piece of software called a driver. Usually, they buzz in the background, but sometimes, you may need to uninstall a driver and then re** it to make it work.
Windows users can go to Device Manager. Right-click on the Start menu and select Device Manager from the list. Scroll down to Mouse and other pointing devices, and then expand the down arrow. Right-click on the respective device and click "Update Driver" to get any updates.
You can also click "Uninstall Device" to remove the driver, and then restart your PC, Windows will automatically extract the correct driver, which will hopefully solve the problem. You may also need *** drivers directly from the manufacturer.
Does the cursor jump on the screen when you move the mouse? The problem may be with the plane you're using. Typically, you want to place your mouse on a flat, smooth, and opaque surface so that the light it emits is not interrupted.
In general, you should try to avoid any excessively reflective, glassy, or uneven surfaces. If this is an issue, you should consider using a mouse pad.
Before you give up, check for OS updates that may offer a fix. Windows users can take the following steps:
Windows 11: Go to Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates.
Windows 10: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and click Check for updates.
Mac: Open System Settings > Software Update to scan for updates.
No updates available? Try the tried-and-true "turn off and on" method, then hit the restart button. In Windows, click on the Start menu, press the power button, and select Restart. On your Mac computer, click on "Apple Restart".