Windows 7 Logitech Mouse not selecting with click and drag

[edkirkpatrick]

My mouse is very erratic when I left-click and drag to select anything including text om MS Word or on any websites but most importantly in PS CS4 image areas. It will either select nothing, or parts of a line or select something and then lose track of it or very occasionally work just fine. This issue is not specific to any software package, it happens no matter what I am using or doing. IE8 or Firefox browsers make no difference. Any help is appreciated.

New build with Windows 7 Pro full edition all updates installed.

ASRock A780GXE/128M AM2+/AM2 AMD 780G ATX AMD Motherboard w/
ATI Radeon HD 3200 Graphics card onboard
AMD Phenom II X4 940 Deneb 3.0GHz Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Black Edition Processor Model HDZ940XCGIBOX
8GB OCZ Reaper HPC 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500)
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD6400AAKS 640GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive
Sony Optiarc DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model AD-7241S-0B
Rosewill Conqueror RPS-01-WB500 ATX Mid tower w/500W Power Supply
Windows 7 Professional Full version (no upgrade)
Logitech MX3200 wireless keyboard
Logitech MX Laser wireless Mouse

Thanks,
Ed

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are facing an issue with your mouse being erratic when left-clicking and dragging to select text or items in various applications, including Microsoft Word, web browsers, and Photoshop CS4. This can be quite frustrating, especially when working on tasks that require precise selection. Here are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to address this problem: 1. Check Mouse Settings: - Go to the Control Panel on your Windows 7 system and navigate to the "Mouse" settings. - Ensure that the mouse settings are configured correctly, especially the sensitivity and button configurations. 2. Update Mouse Drivers: - Make sure you have the latest drivers for your Logitech MX Laser wireless mouse. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause issues with mouse behavior. 3. Check for Software Interference: - Sometimes, third-party software or background applications can interfere with mouse functionality. Try closing unnecessary programs and see if the issue persists. 4. Change USB Port: - Try plugging the wireless receiver for your mouse into a different USB port on your computer. Sometimes, USB port issues can affect the performance of hardware devices. 5. Test with a Different Mouse: - If possible, try using a different mouse to see if the issue is specific to your Logitech MX Laser mouse or if it's a more general problem with the system. 6. Update Software: - Ensure that all your software, including Windows 7 and any relevant applications like Microsoft Word and Photoshop CS4, are up to date with the latest patches and updates. 7. Check for Hardware Issues: - If none of the above steps resolve the issue, there might be a hardware problem with the mouse itself. Consider testing the mouse on a different computer or trying a different mouse on your current setup. By following these steps, you can pinpoint the cause of the erratic behavior and hopefully resolve the issue you are experiencing with your mouse. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you have any other questions!