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Pointer technique.

WHAT MOST PEOPLE DO NOT USE

The right button, which reveals a menu of what is possible for whatever you clicked.

WHY THAT MATTERS

It answers "what can I do with this?" in one action.

WHAT ELSE IS WORTH KNOWING

Double-click selects a word, triple-click selects a line or paragraph Dragging with a key held changes what a drag does Middle-click opens a link in a new tab

WHAT TRACKPADS ADD

Gestures: scrolling, zooming, switching between programs.

WHAT TO LEARN

The gestures your device supports.

WHY

They replace several actions with one.

WHAT TO ADJUST

Pointer speed, to something comfortable Scrolling direction, to whichever you prefer

WHAT TO CONSIDER

A separate mouse, where precision matters An appropriate working height, for comfort

WHAT TO BE AWARE OF

Repetitive strain, which develops gradually and is difficult to reverse.

WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT

Vary your posture, take breaks, and use keyboard shortcuts to reduce pointer use.


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