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Surrey Libraries Computer Learning Centres. Totally New to Computers Mousing Matters. January 2012 Teaching Script. What is a Mouse?. A mouse is a pointing device that allows you to select objects on the screen. . Holding a Mouse. Thumb rests on the left side of the mouse.
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Surrey Libraries Computer Learning Centres Totally New to Computers Mousing Matters January 2012 Teaching Script
What is a Mouse? • A mouse is a pointing device that allows you to select objects on the screen.
Holding a Mouse • Thumb rests on the left side of the mouse. • Index finger rests on the left button. • Middle finger rests on the right button.
Mouse Clicking • A – Left Clicking • B – Right Clicking • C – Scrolling • D – Reach out and grasp the mouse • Then cup the mouse with your hand
Mouse Wheel - Scrolling • Mouse wheel is an additional accessory placed between two buttons found in a mouse. • The wheel allows you to scroll. • Scrolling allows you to move up and down the page.
Mouse cursor can change: • Arrow – for pointing • Hand – when it is a link to another webpage • Capital I - when it is text
Mouse is used to: • Move around the screen • Scroll • Click • Drag & Drop
Learning Activities Access the learning activities via Surrey Libraries’ website under: Programs & Services Programs & Classes Computer Classes Class Activities and Handouts Click on Mousing Class Activities