{"id":36563,"date":"2024-01-16T05:14:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T05:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/?p=36563"},"modified":"2024-01-08T21:54:42","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T21:54:42","slug":"computer-mouse-glossary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/cospedia\/computer-mouse-glossary","title":{"rendered":"Computer Mouse Glossary\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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When buying a <\/span>computer<\/span> mouse, there are a number of terms that may appear in reviews or on the back of the box.<\/span> To help make a purchase more straightforward and help avoid confusion or buyer regrets, <\/span>we\u2019ve<\/span> compiled a list of computer mouse terms <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> most likely to come across.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Acceleration<\/span><\/b>: A setting that adjusts the speed of the cursor based on the speed of the physical mouse movement, allowing for precise control.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Acceleration Profile<\/span><\/b>: A setting that defines how mouse acceleration increases or decreases as you move the computer mouse more rapidly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Adjustable Scroll Resistance<\/span><\/b>: Some mice allow users to customise the resistance of the scroll wheel to their preference.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Angle Snapping<\/span><\/b>: A feature that smooths out diagonal movements to create straight lines.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Angular Resolution<\/span><\/b>: The degree of detail a computer mouse sensor can detect in relation to angular movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

API (Application Programming Interface)<\/span><\/b>: Software that allows programs to communicate with the operating system to utilise mouse input.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Back Button<\/span><\/b>: A button often found on the side of a computer mouse that, when clicked, takes the user back to a previous web page or screen.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Button Click Force<\/span><\/b>: The amount of pressure needed to press a mouse button and register a click.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Button Response Time<\/span><\/b>: The time it takes for a mouse button click to register after pressing the button.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Calibration<\/span><\/b>: The process of configuring the mouse’s sensor to perform optimally on a specific surface.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Claw Grip<\/span><\/b>: A form of computer\u00a0mouse grip<\/a> that has the tips of the fingers and the heel of the palm contact the mouse. The fingers are highly arched.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

CPI (Counts Per Inch)<\/span><\/b>: The same as DPI (Dots Per Inch), a measurement of computer mouse sensitivity regarding cursor movement on the screen per inch of physical movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Corded Mouse<\/span><\/b>: A mouse that connects to the computer using a physical cable<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Customisable Buttons<\/span><\/b>: Mice equipped with programmable buttons that can be configured for specific functions, ideal for gaming or productivity.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Cursor<\/span><\/b>: The on-screen pointer that moves in response to the mouse’s movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

DPI (Dots Per Inch)<\/span><\/b>: A measurement of a mouse’s sensitivity, showing how far the cursor moves on the screen per inch of physical movement.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Double-click<\/span><\/b>: The act of rapidly clicking the left mouse button twice to perform actions such as opening files or launching programs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Drag-and-Drop<\/span><\/b>: A method of moving files or objects on the computer screen by holding down a computer mouse button, moving the item, and releasing the button.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Ergonomic<\/span><\/b>: A computer mouse design that aims to provide comfort and reduce strain<\/a> during extended use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Finger Grip<\/span><\/b>: A style of holding the mouse where only the fingertips contact the surface of the mouse, allowing for precise control.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Horizontal Scrolling<\/span><\/b>: The ability to scroll left and right in addition to vertical scrolling.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Inertial Scrolling<\/span><\/b>: A feature that simulates the feel of a physical scroll wheel, allowing for smoother scrolling on touch-sensitive surfaces.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Left-click<\/span><\/b>: Pressing the left button on the mouse to perform standard actions like selecting items or opening files.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Lift-off Distance<\/span><\/b>: The height at which the computer mouse sensor stops tracking movement when lifted off the surface.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Low-friction Feet<\/span><\/b>: Pads or material on the bottom of the computer mouse that reduce resistance for smoother movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Macro<\/span><\/b>: A series of recorded mouse and keyboard actions that can be replayed with a single mouse button press, often used in gaming.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Middle Click<\/span><\/b>: Pressing the scroll wheel as a button to perform specific actions, often used to open links in new tabs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Mouse Pad<\/span><\/b>: A flat surface on which to use the mouse, often designed to improve tracking and reduce wear on the mouse’s sensor.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Navigation Button<\/span><\/b>: A specialised button on some mice, often used for navigating backward and forward in web browsers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Noiseless Clicks<\/span><\/b>: A feature that makes mouse clicks quieter to reduce disruption in quiet environments.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Palm Grip<\/span><\/b>: A style of holding the mouse where the entire hand rests on the mouse’s surface.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Palm Rest<\/span><\/b>: An area on the mouse designed for the palm of the hand to rest on comfortably.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Panning<\/span><\/b>: Scrolling across large documents or web pages by moving the mouse while holding the right mouse button.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Pointer<\/span><\/b>: A graphic symbol controlled by the mouse, often represented as an arrow, which shows where the mouse is pointing on the screen.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Pointer Speed<\/span><\/b>: A system setting that allows you to control the overall speed of your mouse pointer’s movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Polling Rate<\/span><\/b>: The rate at which the mouse reports its position to the computer, typically measured in Hertz (Hz).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Right-click<\/span><\/b>: Pressing the right button on the mouse to access context menus or perform secondary actions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Scroll Wheel<\/span><\/b>: A wheel found between the left and right mouse buttons used to scroll up and down within documents or web pages.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Sensitivity<\/span><\/b>: Another term for DPI or CPI, showing how sensitive the mouse is to movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Sensor<\/span><\/b>: The part of a mouse that captures images of the surface beneath it to track movement.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Thumb Buttons<\/span><\/b>: Buttons found on the side of a mouse, near the thumb, often used for navigation or other functions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Vertical Scrolling<\/span><\/b>: The ability to scroll up and down within documents or web pages.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Weight Tuning<\/span><\/b>: The ability to adjust the weight of the computer mouse by adding or removing weights to achieve the desired balance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Wireless<\/span><\/b>: A type of mouse that connects to the computer without the need for a physical cord, usually through Bluetooth or a USB receiver.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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