The left button on your mouse has stopped working for some reason.
Are you only having this problem on a specific computer?
If youre not sure, try using the mouse on another computer.
Try checking to see if the left mouse button is the primary button.
To check go toSettings > Devices > Mouse.
By pressing theWindowsandIkeys, youll openSettings.
From there, use the tab, arrow, and enter keys to move around.
Other basic fixes to try can include rebooting your setup and changing the USB port youre using.
Maybe its not your mouse that failing, but the USB port is faulty.
To reboot Windows Explorer press theCtrl + Shift + Escand the Task Manager should open.
If you dont see the Processes tab, navigate your way to the more options menu at the bottom.
TheTabkey will help you choose theRestartoption, but press theEnterkey to select it.
To see if you have any corrupted Windows files, youll need to use PowerShell.
To open it, right-hit the start menu or searching for it.
Typesfc /scannow, then press theEnterkey.
Now would be a good time to get that cup of coffee.
Uninstall Any Programs You Recently Added
Softwares dont always play nice with other Softwares.
you might uninstall the software by going toSettings > Apps > Apps & Features.
press the software you think is causing the issue and press the uninstall button.
To tune up your mouse drivers, right-tap on the Start menu and chooseDevice Manager.
you could also snag the option by right-clicking on it.
Click onMice and other pointing devices.
select your mouse model info and pressEnter.
When the Properties box appears, select theUpdate driverbutton.
Use the Tab and arrow keys to move around.
To enableClickLockgo toStart > prefs > Devices > Mouse > Related prefs > Additional Mouse prefs.
InMouse Properties, go to theButtonstab and check the box for theClickLockoption.
Conclusion
Devices stop working for the strangest reasons.
Hopefully, one of the previously mentioned tips helped.
How long has your mouse been giving you problems?
