• Open Bluetooth & devices Settings > Mouse > Additional mouse settings > check the Turn on ClickLock option > Apply and OK.
  • Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > adjust the pointer speed using the Mouse pointer speed bar.
  • Open Mouse Settings > Additional mouse settings > Pointer Options tab > check the Display pointer trails option > Apply and OK.

How to Activate ClickLock on Your Windows Device

If you’re having issues using drag-and-drop on your Windows 11 laptop, you can activate ClickLock. Once done, it will lock your selection on the initial click. Then, move the item to the desired location and click again to release it, saving you from moving it via drag and drop. Here’s how to enable it.

Step 1: Use the Windows + I key to Settings and click on Bluetooth & devices . Click on Mouse .

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Step 2: Scroll down and click on Additional mouse settings .

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Step 3: Check the Turn on ClickLock option and click on Settings .

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Step 4: Use the slider to adjust the ClickLock duration and click on OK to set.

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Step 5: Click on Apply and OK .

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This will close the window and enable ClickLock on your Windows 11 device. You can now use it to stop mouse drag issues.

Other Ways to Fix Mouse Drag Issues on Windows 11

While activating ClickLock can help you fix the mouse drag issues, you can also adjust the pointer speed so that it is faster. This can help reduce drag. Furthermore, you can also enable mouse trails so that your cursor is visible to you as it moves. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1: Open Settings and click on Bluetooth & devices . Click on Mouse .

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Step 2: First, use the Mouse pointer speed bar to adjust the current pointer speed.

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Step 3: Then, scroll down and click on Additional mouse settings .

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Step 4: From the menu options, click on Pointer Options and check the Display pointer trails option.

Step 5: Use the slider to adjust the pointer trail visibility. Click on Apply and OK to save the settings.

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