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How to Click a Mouse

Do you have trouble correctly using a mouse? Do you continually 'miss' your target link when browsing the web? Well, don't worry! Though it may seem confusing or difficult at first, you can learn how to operate a mouse with these easy steps as well as tips!

1. First make sure the mouse is connected as well as working. If you drag it around the arrow on the screen should move around with it. If not, you may have a technical problem.
2. Mice (more than one mouse) can be used by either h as well as . If you are left h as well as ed, you can just place the mouse on the other side of the keyboard, if it reaches. The mouse will work the same.
3. To hold the mouse correctly:
   1. Place the mouse so that the buttons are at the 'top', away from you, with the cord (if there is one) going away from you.
   2. Put the palm of your h as well as on the center of the mouse so that your fingers can reach the buttons. This should be a comfortable position to avoid wrist or arm injury.
   3. For Windows or PC users, Place your pointer finger on the left side of the mouse, or left button, as well as your ring finger on the right side, or right button. If your mouse has a button or 'wheel'in the middle, your middle finger can operate this. It may take a few minutes to get the hang of it, but it will be second nature in no time.
   4. For Mac users, or mouse buttons with only one button. Use any of your three center fingers to press the button.
   • If the mouse isn't working properly for you make sure that your computer is plugged in as well as that it is on. Check that the mouse is not dirty underneath. If there is a ball, it might need cleaning.
   • Don't be afraid to ask for help from someone which has been using their mouse for a while. Most people are happy to help.
   • If your mouse moving a lot when you try to click, try not putting so much arm or h as well as weight on the mouse, but just the finger pressure.
   • For moving the mouse quickly, use your thumb as well as pinky fingers to 'pinch' the mouse as well as lift it slightly in order to move it around. The thumb as well as pinky can also help to stablize the mouse as you attempt to click with your other fingers.
   • Computers can cause serious muscle injury if used improperly. Ergonomics is the study of posture as well as physical stress caused by or affecting computer as well as other stationary activities. If you plan on using computers regularly, you should look into using proper ergonomics while on the computer.

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   Added: Thu Feb 02 2006
   

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