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Arthritis / Limited Dexterity Settings on Windows PC

Windows offers several features to reduce reliance on precise mouse and keyboard movements.

Settings to Turn On

  1. 1

    Voice Typing

    Press Windows + H to start voice typing anywhere

    Dictate text instead of typing.

  2. 2

    Sticky Keys

    Settings → Accessibility → Keyboard → Sticky Keys → turn ON

    Press Ctrl, Alt, Shift one at a time instead of holding them together.

  3. 3

    Mouse Keys

    Settings → Accessibility → Mouse → Mouse Keys → turn ON

    Move the mouse cursor using the number pad on your keyboard.

  4. 4

    Increase Mouse Pointer Size

    Settings → Accessibility → Mouse Pointer → increase size

    Larger pointer is easier to see and position.

  5. 5

    Click Lock

    Settings → Bluetooth & Devices → Mouse → Additional Settings → Click Lock → turn ON

    Highlight text and drag without holding the mouse button down.

Helpful Tip

A trackball mouse or vertical mouse can be much more comfortable for arthritic hands than a standard mouse.

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