Complete Lesson on the Computer Mouse
1. 📘 What is a Mouse?
A mouse is a pointing device used to interact with a computer’s graphical user interface (GUI). It allows
you to move a pointer (cursor) on the screen, click, drag, and scroll through content.
2. 🧩 Types of Computer Mice
Type Description
Wired Mouse Connects via USB cable; no battery needed
Wireless Mouse Uses radio frequency (RF) or Bluetooth; battery required
Optical Mouse Uses LED light and a sensor to detect movement
Laser Mouse More precise; works on more surfaces
Trackball Mouse Stationary; user rotates a ball to move cursor
Gaming Mouse High DPI (precision), extra buttons, RGB lighting
Ergonomic Mouse Designed to reduce wrist strain and improve comfort
3. ⚙️Main Parts of a Mouse
Left Click Button – Primary button (e.g., selects, opens files)
Right Click Button – Opens context menus (right-click options)
Scroll Wheel – Scrolls up/down through pages or documents
Sensor – Detects movement (optical or laser)
DPI Button (on some models) – Adjusts cursor sensitivity
Side Buttons (on advanced mice) – Can be programmed for shortcuts
4. How a Mouse Works
When you move the mouse, the sensor detects the direction and speed.
The signal is sent to the computer, which moves the cursor accordingly.
Clicking sends a signal to perform an action (e.g., open, select).
Scrolling changes your view vertically (and sometimes horizontally).
5. Basic Mouse Operations
Action How to Do It What It Does
Click Press and release left button Selects or opens a file
Double-click Quickly press left button twice Opens a file or application
Right-click Press right button once Shows context menu
Scroll Roll the scroll wheel Moves page/document up or down
Drag & Drop Hold left button while moving mouse Moves or copies items
6. 🧼 Care and Maintenance Tips
Clean the mouse bottom regularly (especially the sensor)
Avoid using it on dirty or uneven surfaces
Use a mouse pad for smoother performance
Replace batteries (wireless) as needed
Don’t drop it or spill liquids on it
7. Troubleshooting Mouse Problems
Problem Solution
Cursor not moving Check connection, try another port
Mouse not detected Reconnect or install drivers
Laggy or jumpy movement Clean sensor, replace batteries
Scroll not working Update mouse driver or restart PC
8. Choosing the Right Mouse
For Office Use: Basic or ergonomic mouse
For Gaming: High DPI, customizable buttons, wired preferred
For Travel: Compact, wireless mouse
For Design Work: High precision (e.g., laser mouse)
9. ⌨️Mouse Alternatives
Touchpad (on laptops)
Trackball
Stylus and graphics tablet
Touchscreen
Keyboard shortcuts
