How to Change the Pointer Speed in Android

Step-by-step directions on where to find the pointer speed screen on your Android device

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Last Updated: November 12, 2024

For Android devices that have a trackball or that allow you to use a mouse, pointer speed is important. You can fix the pointer speed to be what you want with internal controls.

Quick Tutorial for Changing the Pointer Speed in Android

Go to "Settings" on your Android and select "Language & Keyboard."
Tap "Mouse and trackpad" and select "Pointer speed."
Slide the blue knob to the right to increase the speed and to the left to decrease it.

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Then, select "Settings".
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Slide to the left to decrease it. Click "OK" to keep the new setting.

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Which is good for the phone, increasing or decreasing the speed?

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Increase animation speed to decrease burn-in, speed up benchmarks, and improve transitions.

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Make the pointer speed higher once you feel more skilled in a certain Android game in order to have increased control in that game.

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