2 The Mouse

In this chapter

Never used a mouse before?

Moving the mouse

Moving the mouse when you’ve run out of space

The tip of the pointer

Clicking the mouse

Single-click

Double-click

Press

Press-and-drag

Hover

Trackpads

Also Try This

Remember

The mouse is one of the most basic and important tools on your computer. The combination of a mouse and icons (small pictures) is what makes the Mac so easy to use. This chapter will walk you through how to use the mouse properly, and along the way you’ll learn many of the basics of using your Mac in general. If you’re new to the Mac, don’t skip this chapter even if you know how to use a mouse!

Never used a mouse before?

In case you’ve never used a mouse before, follow these simple ...

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