How to Adjust Mouse Sensitivity in Windows 10 and Windows 11

If you're not satisfied with your mouse sensitivity in Windows and want to adjust it to suit your needs, follow the simple steps below. This guide covers how to change mouse sensitivity settings in both Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Adjusting Mouse Sensitivity in Windows 10

  1. Open the Settings Menu. Click Start, then select “Settings” (the gear icon), or use the shortcut Win + I.
  2. Go to “Devices”. In the Settings window, click on “Devices”.
  3. Open Mouse Settings. On the left sidebar, select “Mouse”.
  4. Adjust Pointer Speed. Under "Pointer speed," use the slider to increase or decrease the mouse sensitivity. Set it to a comfortable speed and test if it suits your needs.
  5. Advanced Mouse Options. For more detailed settings, click on “Additional mouse options” on the right. In the new window, go to the “Pointer Options” tab, where you can adjust the "Motion" speed for fine-tuning.
  6. Apply Changes. After adjusting your settings, click “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.

Adjusting Mouse Sensitivity in Windows 11

In Windows 11, adjusting mouse sensitivity is similar, though there are slight changes in the interface. Follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings. Click Start and select “Settings”, or use the shortcut Win + I.
  2. Select “Bluetooth & Devices”. From the left-hand menu, select “Bluetooth & Devices”.
  3. Go to “Mouse”. Scroll down and select “Mouse”.
  4. Adjust Pointer Speed. As in Windows 10, use the slider under “Pointer speed” to change the mouse sensitivity. Experiment until you find the speed that’s right for you.
  5. Advanced Mouse Options. For additional settings, click “Additional mouse options”. In the new window, go to the “Pointer Options” tab, and adjust the pointer speed for more precision.
  6. Save Changes. Once you've adjusted your settings, click “Apply” and “OK”.