How do I fix an unresponsive mouse?

How to Fix a PC or Laptop Mouse That’s Not Working

Inspect the mouse for hardware damage.
Clean the mouse.
Replace the batteries.
Try a different USB port.
Connect the mouse directly to the USB port.
Use the mouse on an appropriate surface.
Update the driver.
Release and re-pair a Bluetooth mouse.

Why is my mouse on but not working?

A: In most cases, when a mouse and/or keyboard become unresponsive, one of two things are to blame: (1) The batteries in the actual mouse and/or keyboard are dead (or are dying) and need to be replaced; or (2) the drivers for either or both devices need to be updated.

Why did my mouse button stop working?

It’s Probably a Hardware Problem; Here’s How to Check There’s an extremely easy way to check whether you have a hardware issue or a software issue: Unplug your mouse from your current computer, plug it into another computer, and test the left-click button. You can also try connecting another mouse to your current PC.

Why isn’t my laptop mouse working?

Press the Windows key , type touchpad, and select the Touchpad settings option in the search results. Or, press Windows key + I to open Settings, then click Devices, Touchpad. In the Touchpad window, scroll down to the Reset your touchpad section and click the Reset button. Test the touchpad to see if it works.

How do I click without a mouse?

Press the ⊞ Win key in the lower-left side of your computer’s keyboard, or press the Ctrl and Esc keys at the same time. If your mouse is working, just click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen.

How do you unfreeze the mouse on a laptop?

How to Unfreeze a Laptop Mouse

Press and hold down the “FN” key, which is located between the Ctrl and Alt keys on your laptop keyboard.
Tap the “F7,” “F8” or “F9” key at the top of your keyboard.
Drag your fingertip across the touchpad to test if it is working.