If you’re a Windows 10 user, you may have noticed that the middle mouse button doesn’t always function the way you want it to. By default, the middle mouse button is set to open the Windows 10 task view, which can be frustrating if you’re used to using it for other functions. Luckily, there are ways to change the middle mouse button function in Windows 10. In this article, we’ll explore some methods to customize the middle mouse button and make it work for you.
Using the Mouse Settings
The easiest way to change the middle mouse button function is through the mouse settings in Windows 10. To access these settings, go to the Start menu and type “mouse settings” in the search bar. Click on the “Mouse settings” option that appears.
In the mouse settings, click on the “Additional mouse options” link. This will open the Mouse Properties window. Go to the “Buttons” tab and under the “Middle button” section, you can choose what action you want the middle mouse button to perform. You can select from options such as “Middle click”, “Double-click”, or “ClickLock”. Once you’ve made your selection, click “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
Using Third-Party Software
If you want more customization options for your middle mouse button, you can use third-party software such as X-Mouse Button Control or AutoHotkey. These programs allow you to assign different functions to your middle mouse button, such as opening a specific program or performing a series of keyboard shortcuts.
To use X-Mouse Button Control, download and install the program on your computer. Once installed, open the program and go to the “Middle Button” tab. Here, you can choose from a list of pre-defined functions or create your own custom function. You can also set different functions for different programs. Once you’ve made your selections, click “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
AutoHotkey works similarly, but it requires some basic coding knowledge. You can create a script that assigns a specific function to your middle mouse button and then run the script in the background. This allows you to have more control over the function of your middle mouse button.
Changing Registry Settings
Another way to change the middle mouse button function is by editing the registry settings. This method is more advanced and should only be attempted if you are comfortable with making changes to your computer’s registry.
To access the registry editor, go to the Start menu and type “regedit” in the search bar. Click on the “Registry Editor” option that appears. In the registry editor, navigate to the following path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop. In the right-hand pane, look for the “WheelScrollLines” entry and double-click on it. Change the value data to “0” and click “OK” to save the changes. This will disable the middle mouse button’s default function.
Conclusion
By using the methods mentioned above, you can easily change the middle mouse button function in Windows 10. Whether you prefer to use the mouse settings, third-party software, or edit the registry, you can customize the middle mouse button to perform the function that best suits your needs. Have you tried any of these methods? Let us know in the comments.
