How Do I Turn Off Mouse Acceleration in Windows 11?

Changing mouse acceleration in Windows 11 just requires a few steps.

Select theStart buttonand search forMousesettings.

black Logitech cordless computer mouse

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snag the corresponding result.

Scroll down and selectAdditional mouse settingsunder theRelated settingsheading.

Switch to thePointer Optionstab, then untick theEnhanced pointer precisionbox.

‘Mouse settings’ search results on the Windows 11 desktop

How Do I Enable Mouse Acceleration?

Enabling mouse acceleration in Windows 11 is as easy as turning it off.

Repeat the steps above but, this time, tick the box at Step 3.

Windows 11 mouse settings

How Do I Know if Mouse Acceleration Is Off?

Mouse acceleration works by changing the rate your mouse pointer moves based on the speed you move the mouse.

Should I Disable Mouse Acceleration?

Windows 11 Mouse Properties box open with ‘Enhanced pointer precision’ toggled off

However, high-level competitive gamers often turn it off, suggesting it can harm accuracy.

FAQ

Navigate toStart>prefs>Devices>Mouse.

ChooseAdditional mouse options>Pointer Options> and uncheckEnhance pointer precision.

Tofix a disappearing cursor in Windows, start by unplugging/disconnecting the mouse from your system and restarting the gear.

Use theWin+Skey combination to use the search bar to look for a Windows update.

If nothing changes, use Search to open equipment Manager and reinstall or troubleshoot your mouse’s driver.