How to disable mouse acceleration?

Search for "Mouse Settings" in Windows, go to "Additional mouse options", select the "Pointer Options" tab, and uncheck "Enhance pointer precision".

Is mouse acceleration bad for gaming?

Generally yes. It ruins muscle memory because moving the mouse the same distance at different speeds moves the cursor different distances.

Mouse Acceleration Test & Fix - Check for Enhanced Pointer Precision

Mouse Speed & Acceleration Test

This test measures if your mouse cursor moves further when you move the mouse faster (Acceleration). For gaming muscle memory, you want the same physical distance to equal the same screen distance, regardless of speed.

Screen Calibration

To improve accuracy, please confirm your screen size.

Monitor Diagonal (Inches)

Detected Resolution

Key Metrics Explained

Speed (px/s): How fast your mouse cursor moves across the screen

Acceleration (px/s²): How quickly your speed increases or decreases

Physical Consistency: Moving the mouse deeper into the pad often yields different friction.

PPI Settings: Pixels Per Inch of your monitor, used for internal calibration.

How to Test

1
Click 'Start Slow Run'.
2
During the countdown, place your mouse against the left side of your keyboard (physical anchor).
3
When recording starts, move smoothly to the right edge of your mousepad and click to stop.
4
Click 'Start Fast Run'.
5
Reset to the anchor during countdown, then swipe fast to the same end point.
6
Check the result. If the Fast run covers significantly more distance on screen, you have Acceleration.

💡 What is Mouse Acceleration?

Mouse acceleration increases cursor distance based on how fast you move the mouse. This test helps you detect if acceleration is enabled, which can interfere with gaming muscle memory.

Practical Applications

Gaming Performance: Analyze your flick shots and tracking consistency.
Mouse Sensor Testing: Verify your sensor handles high-speed movements.
Sensitivity Optimization: Find the right balance between speed and control.
Hardware Comparison: Objectively compare different mice and pads.

Tips for Accurate Testing

Set your correct monitor PPI using the setup. Try different movement patterns: slow tracking, medium swipes, and fast flicks to see your full performance range.

Reset and retry if the lines look uneven or if you stray from the intended path.

Written by MouseTesting Team

Reviewed by MouseTesting Engineering • Last updated: January 2026

Key Metrics Explained

Speed (px/s): How fast your mouse cursor moves across the screen

Acceleration (px/s²): How quickly your speed increases or decreases

Physical Consistency: Moving the mouse deeper into the pad often yields different friction.

PPI Settings: Pixels Per Inch of your monitor, used for internal calibration.

How to Test

Click 'Start Slow Run'.

During the countdown, place your mouse against the left side of your keyboard (physical anchor).

When recording starts, move smoothly to the right edge of your mousepad and click to stop.

Click 'Start Fast Run'.

Reset to the anchor during countdown, then swipe fast to the same end point.

Check the result. If the Fast run covers significantly more distance on screen, you have Acceleration.

Mouse Speed & Acceleration Test

Screen Calibration

Key Metrics Explained

How to Test

💡 What is Mouse Acceleration?

Practical Applications

Tips for Accurate Testing

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Mouse Speed & Acceleration Test

Screen Calibration

Key Metrics Explained

How to Test

💡 What is Mouse Acceleration?

Practical Applications

Tips for Accurate Testing