The mouse and keyboard are essential input devices for any computer or other similar devices. We even see tablets using mice and a keyboard to interact with the operating system more fluidly. But users don’t always have a pleasant experience using these devices. Sometimes the mouse acts abnormally, and sometimes the keyboard can cause problems. One particular problem that has troubled many Windows users recently is the mouse sensitivity issue.
Windows 10 users have complained that their mouse sensitivity would change suddenly without the user making any changes. Change in mouse sensitivity will lead to one of two possible scenarios. Either it will move faster than usual, or it will move slower than usual. No matter what, the user will end up clicking in regions and options that he/she did not intend to. To fix this disorientation, there are several solutions, and here in this article, we will take a look at all of them. If you are struggling with this problem in your windows computer, then follow one solution after the other until your problem is solved. So without any further ado, let’s get into it.
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You don’t need to try all the solutions mentioned here. All of these solutions worked for different machines. Since it is impossible to determine what could work with your system, you have to try one solution after the other until you find the one that works for you. All of these solutions are very basic, and you should be able to follow them easily.
Common solutions:
As with most hardware-related problems, some common problems can be fixed easily by properly connecting that peripheral to your computer. You have to make sure that the connection is secure.
First, remove the mouse from your computer and plug it in again. It would be best if you tried plugging your mouse into a different USB port. If it works perfectly in the other port, then your USB is at fault. However, if things remain the same, remove that mouse from your computer and connect it to another computer. It could be your friend’s computer. If it works fluently there, then you can be sure that the problem is with your system. But if the same sensitivity issue shows up even in the other computer, you can consider the mouse as faulty. In that case, you need to get it replaced by another mouse as none of the solutions mentioned below will work if the mouse’s hardware is at fault.
If you have identified that the problem only occurs with your computer, then move on ahead with the solutions mentioned below.
Check mouse settings:
You can try getting into your mouse settings. Here, you can find every possible setting that will let you customize every aspect of your mouse according to your liking.
- Press Windows Key + I to open up Windows Settings.
- Click on Devices.
- Inside the Devices window, click on the Mouse tab in the left pane.
- In the right pane, you will now see several settings related to your mouse. You can set the scrolling according to your liking here. You can also change the cursor speed. If you need to access the additional mouse settings, you can click on the “Additional Mouse Settings” option. It will bring up a new window with more mouse customization options.
- Work on these settings in the best way to ensure that the mouse sensitivity stays true to what it is set.
If working around the Mouse settings does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, try the next solution mentioned below.
Disable Enhance Pointer Precision:
This is a particular setting in the Mouse settings that could be the cause behind your sensitivity change. To disable it, you have to open up Windows Settings again.
- Press Windows Key + I to open up Windows Settings.
- Click on Devices.
- Inside the Devices window, click on the Mouse tab in the left pane.
- In the right pane, you will now see several settings related to your mouse. Click on the “Additional Mouse Settings” option here.
- In the Mouse settings window, click on the Pointer Options tab.
- Here, under motion, you will find an option called “Enhance Pointer Precision” with a checkbox next to it. Click on the checkbox and disable it.
If even this does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, try the next solution mentioned below.
Use Troubleshooter:
Windows 10 comes with a built-in troubleshooter tool that can be used to fix several Windows-related problems. Microsoft is aware of the fact that Windows users often run into problems. So they have included this troubleshooter tool to help users address the common issues that are easily fixable.
- Press Windows Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “cmd” in the dialog box and press Ctrl+Shift+Enter.
- Click on Yes when the UAC window shows up on your screen.
- The command prompt window will open up. Here, enter the following command and press the Enter key.
msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic
- The hardware and Devices troubleshooter window will now open up. Click on Advanced Options here.
- Check the box next to “Apply repairs automatically” and click on Next.
- Then follow the on-screen instructions to let the troubleshooter run and do its work.
If even the troubleshooter does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, try the next solution mentioned below.
Update Mouse Drivers:
For every hardware component on a Windows system, you need to keep the drivers up to date. If your Mouse drivers are not up to date, you will often encounter problems with it.
There are three ways to update the drivers for a particular component in Windows. You can do it manually, automatically, or by using a third-party application. To update your mouse drivers automatically,
- Press Windows Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “devmgmt.msc” in the dialog box and click on Ok.
- The device manager window will open up. Here, double-click on Mice and other printing devices. You will see your connected mouse here.
- Right-click on that and choose “Update Driver.”
- Follow the on-screen instruction to update the drivers to the latest version automatically. Windows will check for the latest drivers for that mouse and update them if they are outdated.
To update the mouse drivers manually, you need to visit your mouse manufacturer’s website. There you will find the setup for the latest drivers for your particular model. Download that setup file and run it to install the latest mouse drivers on your computer.
You can also update the mouse drivers using a third-party application. There are several utility programs that can scan your computer for drivers. If it detects any missing or outdated drivers, it will perform the update on its own. These programs charge a bit for their service, but the price paid is worth it since you don’t need to worry about drivers ever again.
Run SFC Scan:
SFC or System File Check is a Windows built-in tool that can be used to detect any system file-related problems. If it finds an issue that it can fix, then the utility tool will perform the fix on its own. Even with your mouse sensitivity issue, it might be able to help.
- Press Windows Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “cmd” in the dialog box and press Ctrl+Shift+Enter.
- Click on Yes when the UAC window shows up on your screen.
- The command prompt window will open up. Here, enter the following command and press the Enter key.
sfc/scannow
- Let the process complete, and then start your computer.
If even this does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, try the next solution mentioned below.
Run DISM Scan:
If the SFC scan did not do you any good, then try the DISM scan. It is another utility tool that can fix several problems.
- Press Windows Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “cmd” in the dialog box and press Ctrl+Shift+Enter.
- Click on Yes when the UAC window shows up on your screen.
- The command prompt window will open up. Here, enter the following commands one after the other and press the Enter key each time.
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth DISM.exe /online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup
- Let the process complete. In some systems, this might take a while. If it gets stuck at a particular percentage, then don’t panic or restart your computer. Just wait a bit more, and it will do its job.
If even this does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, try the next solution mentioned below.
Modify System Config:
You can make a few changes to the system configuration window that could solve your mouse-related problem.
- Press Windows Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
- Enter “msconfig.exe” in the dialog box and click on Ok.
- The system configuration window will open up. Here, in the General tab, check the boxes next to “Load system services” and “Load startup items,” and then click on Apply and Ok.
If even this does not solve your problem of random mouse sensitivity changes, go for the final solution mentioned below.
Use Third-Party Mouse Application:
Some peripheral companies have a dedicated application to customize their products when they are connected to the computer. If the mouse you are using also has such an application, install it on your computer right away. You can find the download link for this program on the manufacturer’s website. Then launch this program and tweak the settings in it according to your liking. Customize your mouse even further using this application and set it up in a way that would control the cursor sensitivity.
These are the solutions that you can try to fix random mouse sensitivity change issue on Windows 10. If you have any questions or queries about this article, then comment below, and we will get back to you. Also, be sure to check out our other articles on iPhone tips and tricks, Android tips and tricks, PC tips and tricks, and much more for more useful information.