Free Online Mouse Test - Test Buttons, Scroll & Cursor Instantly

How to Test Your Mouse

Testing Mouse Buttons

1. Left Button Test: Click anywhere in the test area with your left mouse button. The left button indicator will light up and click counter will increment.
2. Right Button Test: Right-click in the test area. The right button indicator will activate (context menu is disabled for testing).
3. Middle Button Test: Press down on your scroll wheel (middle button). The middle button indicator will show when pressed.
4. Side Buttons Test: If your mouse has side buttons (usually for forward/back navigation), press them to see if they're detected.

Testing Scroll Wheel

1. Place your cursor in the test area
2. Scroll up with your mouse wheel - the scroll up indicator will activate
3. Scroll down - the scroll down indicator will activate
4. Check if scrolling is smooth and responsive

Testing Cursor Movement

1. Move your mouse around the test area
2. Watch the cursor position coordinates update in real-time
3. Check for smooth movement without jumping or stuttering

Testing Double-Click

1. Double-click quickly in the test area
2. Verify that both clicks are registered
3. If double-clicks aren't working, your mouse may need adjustment or replacement

Common Mouse Problems & Solutions

Button Not Responding

• Check Connection: Ensure USB cable is firmly connected or wireless receiver is plugged in
• Try Different Port: Test with another USB port to rule out port issues
• Clean the Button: Dust and debris can prevent button clicks
• Check Battery: For wireless mice, replace or recharge batteries
• Update Drivers: Install latest mouse drivers from manufacturer

Scroll Wheel Issues

• Clean the Wheel: Use compressed air to remove dust from scroll mechanism
• Check Settings: Verify scroll settings in your operating system
• Test Scroll Direction: Some mice have inverted scroll settings

Cursor Movement Problems

• Clean Sensor: Wipe the optical sensor on the bottom of the mouse
• Use Mouse Pad: Optical mice work best on proper mouse pads
• Check Surface: Avoid glass or reflective surfaces
• Adjust Sensitivity: Change DPI/sensitivity settings if available

Double-Click Problems

• Adjust Speed: Change double-click speed in system settings
• Hardware Issue: Worn switches may cause unintended double-clicks
• Clean Contacts: Internal switch contacts may need cleaning (advanced)

When to Replace Your Mouse

• Buttons consistently fail to register clicks
• Unintended double-clicks occur frequently
• Scroll wheel skips or doesn't respond
• Cursor jumps or moves erratically even after cleaning
• Physical damage to mouse body or cable