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Why is my mouse pointer erratic?

My Logitech MX518 mouse won't work when playing Jewel Quest 5. It was OK up until last night, but today the cursor is slow and jerky. This is what I've already tried:

Using a different USB port.

Updating mouse drivers

Updating video card drivers

Uninstalling/reinstalling the game

Does anyone have any other suggestions? This is really annoying, because I was really enjoying the game.

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  • Anonymous
    10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Dust, lint, or similar impediments get stuck between the optical sensor and the surface your mouse sits on. Clean the optical sensor with alcohol.

  • 10 years ago

    Mine did that, found out that by using a piece of felt about 1 sq. ft. under the mouse works fine.

  • 10 years ago

    it is probably old

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