If your mouse cursor freezes, you’ll need to take some steps to resolve the issue. Below are a few potential solutions for a frozen mouse cursor.
1. Check The USB Port:
The first step is to make sure that your mouse is plugged into the correct port. Try plugging the mouse into a different USB port on your computer to see if that fixes the issue. If the mouse is wireless, try replacing the batteries or recharge the wireless receiver.
2. Update Your Mouse Driver:
Your mouse may be having issues because the driver software is out of date. To check and update your mouse driver, go to the manufacturer’s website and download the latest version. Once you have installed the new driver, restart your computer and check to see if the cursor is still freezing.
3. Disable Windows Quick Start:
Windows Quick Start can cause issues with your mouse, so you should disable it if you have this feature enabled. To do this, open Control Panel and go to Power Options. From here, click on “Choose what the power buttons do” and uncheck the box next to “Turn on fast startup.” Restart your computer and check to see if the cursor is still freezing.
4. Uninstall Problematic Software:
Sometimes software applications can interfere with your mouse and cause it to freeze. Check your list of installed programs and uninstall any software that might be causing the issue. After uninstalling the program, restart your computer to see if that resolves the problem.
5. Disable Hardware Acceleration:
Hardware acceleration is a feature that helps improve the performance of graphics-intensive applications. However, it can also interfere with the mouse, causing it to freeze. To disable hardware acceleration, open the Control Panel and go to Display. From here, click on “Advanced Settings” and then select the “Troubleshoot” tab. Move the slider next to “Hardware acceleration” to the left, then click “Apply” and “OK.”
6. Use Safe Mode With Networking:
If none of the above steps have worked, you can try running your computer in safe mode with networking. This will allow you to use the computer without any third-party programs running. To do this, press the F8 key while your computer is booting up and select the “Open Safe Mode with Networking” option. Check to see if the cursor is still freezing while in safe mode.
7. Perform System Restore:
If the above steps haven’t resolved the issue, you can try performing a system restore. This will revert your computer back to a previous point in time, which may help fix the issue. To do this, open the Control Panel and go to “System and Security.” From here, click on “System Protection” and select the “System Restore” button. Follow the prompts to complete the process and restart your computer.
We hope one of these solutions has helped fix your frozen mouse cursor. If not, it’s possible that there is a deeper issue with the mouse itself. If you continue to experience issues, contact your computer manufacturer or a qualified technician for further assistance.