4 Fixes When Mouse Keeps Clicking on Its Own on Windows 11

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Uninstall the Device from the Device Manager

Drivers are an integral part of your computer. They aid communication between hardware devices like the mouse and the operating system. A faulty mouse driver will trigger erratic behavior from the device. You may need to uninstall the device. Afteruninstalling the driver, you should follow the steps below to ensure you replace it with a new, updated version.

Step 1:Restart the computer.

Step 2:Right-click theStartmenu and clickDevice Manager.

Step 3:Click theScan for hardware changesicon.

Fix 2: Run A Malware Scan

Malware can also adversely affect a laptop’s touchpad. It often alters specific files, which may cause communication problems between your computer and some of its vital components. We recommend running a malware scan using the built-in Windows Security app.

Step 1:Click theStartmenu, typesecurity, and click theWindows Securityapp.

Step 2:ClickVirus & threat protectionon the right pane, then on the left, clickScan options.

Step 3:SelectFull scan, then clickScan now.

Fix 3: Clean Boot the Computer

Conflicting services on your computer may cause the mouse to click on its own. By clean-booting the device, you will force the computer to open with only a limited number of services or programs, thereby eliminating any conflicts that may trigger the mouse issue.

Step 1:Press your keyboard’sWindows+Rkeys to launch your Run dialog.

Step 2:Typemsconfigand hitEnteron your Keyboard to open the Services console.

Step 3:Click theServicestab, tickHide all Microsoft services, and click theDisable allbutton.

Step 4:Click theStartuptab and click theOpen Task Managerlink.

Step 5:Click on a startup app (any app with an Enabled status), then click theDisablebutton. Before closing the Task Manager, you can repeat this process for as many startup apps as possible.

Step 6:Open the System Configuration Window and click theApplyandOKbuttons, then restart the computer.

Fix 4: Try Disabling the Touchpad on Your Laptop

Disabling the touchpad is vital because it eliminates unintended input, reduces Interference, and prevents cursor jumps.

Step 1:Right-click theStartmenu and clickDevice Manager.

Step 2:ExpandMice and other pointing devices, right-click on your touchpad, and selectDisable device.

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Last updated on 28 August, 2024

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