Mouse gain and cursor speed
This feature determines how far and how quickly the pointer travels on the screen compared to how far the mouse is moved.
Related RtF projects and Discussion Groups
Discussion by Disabilities (Benefits & Preferred Behaviors)
Physical
- Adjustable pointer settings allow people with physical disabilities to tailor pointer behavior to their needs, which may vary greatly from one individual to another. This feature may be most helpful for those with limited mobility who cannot make large mouse movements or to filter out erratic movements caused by hand tremors.
Existing Products
Please note that these products are not necessarily endorsed by RtF, but represent the range of available options.
- Most operating systems allow the user to adjust gain and speed of the mouse.
Related Research and Papers
- Toward Goldilocks' pointing device: determining a "just right" gain setting for users with physical impairments - Koester, H.H., LoPresti, E., and Simpson, R.C. (2005)
Contributions & Discussion
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