Encarta Virtual Globe: Pointer Jumps to Random Places on Screen (179839)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Encarta Virtual Globe 1998 edition
This article was previously published under Q179839 SYMPTOMS
When you use Encarta Virtual Globe, 1998 edition, the pointer may randomly
jump from place to place on the screen.
CAUSE
This behavior occurs if you enable a feature in your pointing device
software that causes the pointer to automatically jump to a designated
location on the screen. In both the Microsoft IntelliType and
Microsoft IntelliPoint software, this feature is called SnapTo. In the
Logitech MouseWare software, this feature is called Smart Move.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, disable the SnapTo feature in the IntelliType or
IntelliPoint software, or disable the Smart Move feature in the MouseWare
software. To do so, use the appropriate method.
Microsoft IntelliType Software
To disable the SnapTo feature in the IntelliType software, use the
following steps:
- Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
- Double-click Keyboard.
- On the Mouse Activity tab, click the SnapTo check box to clear it, and
then click OK.
- Close Control Panel.
Microsoft IntelliPoint Software
To disable the SnapTo feature in the IntelliPoint software, use the
following steps:
- Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
- Double-click Mouse.
- On the Step Savers tab, click the SnapTo check box to clear it, and
then click OK.
- Close Control Panel.
Logitech MouseWare Software
To disable the Smart Move feature in the Logitech MouseWare software, use
the following steps:
- Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
- Double-click Mouse.
- Click the Motion tab.
- Under Smart Move, click the Enabled check box to clear it, and then
click OK.
- Close Control Panel.
MORE INFORMATION
The third-party product discussed in this article is manufactured
by a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or
otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 5/26/2001 |
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| Keywords: | kb3rdparty kbprb KB179839 |
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