How to fix Reversed Mouse Buttons on Windows PC

If you have ever experienced the frustration of trying to navigate your computer only to find that your mouse buttons are reversed, then you know how inconvenient it can be.

This issue makes it difficult to complete basic task such as selecting or drag and dropping an item.

Fortunately, there is an easy fix . In this blog post, you’ll find a step-by-step guide on how to quickly and easily fix reversed mouse buttons on Windows PC.

Why are my mouse buttons reversed?

The causes of interchanged mouse buttons on a Windows PC can vary, but some common reasons include:

• Settings: Users may accidentally change their mouse button settings. This can happen if you click on the wrong option or if you are trying to customize your mouse settings.
• Software or driver issues: Occasionally, driver issues can cause your mouse buttons to become reversed. This can happen if there is a bug in your system or if you have outdated drivers.
• Hardware problems: Hardware problems can also cause this issue. This might happen if your mouse is damaged or if the physical buttons are stuck.

Control Panel Fix

Now to the solution.

• Go to your Start menu and open Control Panel
• Click on Mouse
• In the Mouse Properties window, click on the Buttons tab.
• Under Buttons, you’ll see an option for “Switch primary and secondary buttons.” This is the option that needs to be unchecked if your mouse buttons are interchanged.

Once you’ve unchecked that option, click Apply and then OK. Your mouse buttons should now be back to their normal settings.

Command Prompt Fix

If you prefer to use command prompt, here’s how:

• Open Command Prompt
• Type “control mouse” and press Enter
• In the Mouse Properties window that opens, go to the Buttons tab
• Uncheck the “Switch primary and secondary buttons” option, and click Apply and OK.

And that’s it! With these steps, you should be able to easily fix your reversed mouse buttons in Windows.