This article shows you how to adjust the sensitivity of the mouse on both a Windows and a Mac system.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Windows
Step 1. Start the Windows search function
If on the right of the Windows "Start" button, characterized by the icon
a search bar is not visible, press the key combination ⊞ Win + S.
Step 2. Type in the mouse keyword
The search results list will be displayed.
Step 3. Choose the Mouse Settings option
It features a stylized mouse icon on the left.
Step 4. Scroll down the menu that appeared to locate and select the item Additional options for the mouse
It should be visible at the bottom of the right pane of the "Mouse" tab of the "Settings" window.
Step 5. Go to the Pointer Options tab
It is located at the top of the "Mouse Properties" window that appears.
Step 6. Find the current mouse sensitivity value listed in the "Movement" section
Inside the latter there is a cursor with which to adjust the speed of the mouse movement and the check button "Increase pointer precision". If the latter is already selected, Windows will automatically detect when you need to perform more precise movements with the mouse (for example while moving it very slowly) and will increase the sensitivity of the pointer.
Method 2 of 2: macOS
Step 1. Enter the "Apple" menu by clicking the icon
It features the Apple logo and is located in the upper left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear.
Step 2. Choose the System Preferences… item
It is one of the options present in the drop-down menu that appeared. The "System Preferences" dialog box will appear.
Step 3. Click the Mouse icon
It features a small white mouse and is located in the second row of icons.
Step 4. Go to the Aim tab and click
It is located at the top of the window.
Step 5. Locate the mouse sensitivity slider in the "Pointer Speed" section
Move the current cursor to the right to make the pointer move faster based on mouse movements. Conversely, drag it to the left to make the pointer move slower based on mouse movements.
