How to Troubleshoot Mouse Problems with the Keyboard

Never figured it out 'til now! Works with Windows XP only.

Steps

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    If you are on the Desktop, Hit the Second button from the left on the bottom row of the keyboard. The one that has the WINDOWS Logo.
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    Hit the "UP" Arrow key until you are highlighting the "Control Panel" button. Hit Enter.
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    Use the ARROW KEYS until you are highlighting "MOUSE" or "MOUSE OPTIONS." Again, hit ENTER.
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    Hit the TAB Key on the keyboard until you are highlighting the "BUTTONS" tab.Press ENTER.
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    Push the right ARROW KEY until you are highlighting the "HARDWARE" Tab.Have a slight touch o the enter key.
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    Use the TAB key to highlight the "PROPERTIES" button.Again press ENTER.
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    Check to see if your device is working properly. If it is, you will need to go to TROUBLESHOOT And follow the directions from there. If all else fails, go to the HELP section of the computer.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Why would the mouse on a laptop stop working?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Some laptops automatically disable the touchpad when an external mouse is plugged in, others have a means of (sometimes inadvertently) disabling them. Check it in the Mouse settings of Control Panel to see.
  • Question
    How do I select multiple files with my mouse?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    On some operating systems, clicking and dragging with select multiple files at once, but this may not work for yours.
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Updated: June 3, 2021
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Categories: Computer Mouse Devices | Computer Keyboards
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