Why is my microsoft wireless mouse jumpy

See our computer cleaning page for steps to remedy this problem. If you have an optical mouse LED or laser with erratic behavior, the optical eye may be blocked. Hair or fuzz can block the sensor on the bottom of the mouse, preventing the optical sensor from working correctly.

Turn the mouse over and make sure there is no debris blocking the hole. Blowing into the hole usually removes any hair or fuzz that could cause problems. Although most mice work on any surface, if you're having problems, use a different mouse pad or surface, such as a book or piece of paper. For example, optical mice are notorious for not working on glossy surfaces.

Putting a piece a paper under the mouse is a quick fix for this issue. If you have a wireless mouse , there can be several reasons why your mouse may be jumping.

To communicate wirelessly with the computer, your mouse must have a strong signal between the computer and the mouse. Make sure your mouse is no more than a few feet away from the wireless receiver. If the USB receiver has a short cable, move it to the front of the computer to get a better signal. Bad or failing batteries can also cause low signal strength with wireless mice. Try replacing the batteries or making sure they are charged to see if the batteries are causing the issue.

As with any wireless device, wireless mouse signals are susceptible to RFI radio frequency interference. Depending on where the wireless receiver is located, other device signals may interfere with signals from the mouse to the receiver. A wireless router , keyboard , headset , cordless phones, and other devices transmit and receive signals that could interfere with the mouse signals. Electrical interference is also possible. Some computer monitors, and even hardware in a computer, can give off electrical signals that interfere with a wireless mouse.

For example, if the monitor is not properly shielded or malfunctioning, it can release electrical signals that may scramble or break up the signals from a wireless mouse. The same concept applies to computer hardware, especially a power supply.

It is also possible for EMI electromagnetic interference to cause issues with a wireless mouse. If a device with a magnet is near the wireless receiver or mouse, it can cause interference that results in erratic mouse behavior. Was this reply helpful? Yes No. Sorry this didn't help. Thanks for your feedback. Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices.

I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your Printer. Refer these steps:.

Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel. If the issue persist, I suggest you to download and install the latest mouse drivers from your computer manufacturer website and check if it helps.

I did the troubleshooter a good while ago. Nothing we do will fix the wireless glitch for some of these mice. Threats include any threat of suicide, violence, or harm to another. Any content of an adult theme or inappropriate to a community web site. Any image, link, or discussion of nudity.

Any behavior that is insulting, rude, vulgar, desecrating, or showing disrespect. My theory is the bag reduces the sensitivity of the receiver cutting down its effective range and thus reducing interference from noisy neighbors! Now I am wondering if this solution is still used on the other side of the world in Sweden??? Hmm just reread your post maybe if it is a little dongle putting a bag on it might be tricky LOL! I have found that having your mobile phone cellphone somewhere between the mouse and the receiver can cause this issue.

Very good tips everyone. So far, moving to the front ports has been better Our main office building is next to a freeway. The traffic is enough to cause minor trembling of desks on the top 4th floor. Not usually something that people notice, but we think it was affecting some wireless, optical mice.

I have also found that if you have similar wireless mice and keyboard sets in the same vicinity they will interfere with each other. As others have said, try changing the surface on which the mouse is on - I have found that patterns on mice mats are not good for Optical mice - try using a plain mouse matt.

For some reason it's not able to get a good base on those types of surfaces. When I remove those kinds of mouse pads and try something like my leg, it works fine. Some mice are just plain cheap tho. If it works better on the front port it may have just been range. I'm curious if it's a Logitech or not. Every wireless Logitech I've used have had this issue at some point or another.

Right now trying a Microsoft sculpt to see if it is a Logitech issue. Looks good so far. You may be able to see it if just sitting there not being uses, but the weight of your hand would overcome the problem unless you are a birdman or something. This happens with a few of our Dells, with those devices needing to be disabled.

However it doesn't do jitteries - instead the mouse will move on it's own across your screen and you have to fight with it to get back and time your clicks just right.

What kind of surface are you using under the mouse? My mouse is jittery on a the plastic pads and my desk, so I went with a cheap cloth one instead. I would be more than happy to send you a mousepad of my own design if you'd like. To continue this discussion, please ask a new question. Lenovo 53, Followers - Follow Mentions Products. Kyle for Lenovo. Get answers from your peers along with millions of IT pros who visit Spiceworks.

What are the most common causes of it and how can I fix it?