Using the Three-Button Mouse
The mouse is a
You can use the mouse to perform such functions as positioning a cursor, selecting items from a menu, or moving around in your document much easier and faster than if you used only the keyboard. The cursor moves exactly as you move the mouse on a flat surface, such as a desktop.
With the mouse buttons, you can perform functions such as selecting and deselecting options, extending your selection, or choosing a command. The precise function of your mouse depends on the software you are using.
The mouse cable plugs into the mouse connector at the rear of the system.
Handling the Mouse Correctly
For best operation, handle the mouse with care. Incorrect handling can damage the mouse.
Do not:
vOperate the mouse on cloth, unfinished wood, newspaper, or carpet.
vDrop or hit the mouse.
vCarry the mouse by holding onto the cable.
vExpose the mouse to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.
vPlace the mouse in liquid spills.
Caring for the Mouse
The operating surface for the mouse should be smooth, clean, and flat. For example, you can operate the mouse on the following surfaces:
vFinished wood
vGlass
vEnamel
vPlastic
vPaper (except newspaper)
vMetal
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