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Can’t Click Anything on Windows 10/11? 5 Fixes that Worked For Us!

We’re pretty sure you found what you need when Windows can’t click on anything

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Updated onNovember 8, 2024

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Fix Windows 11 OS errors with Fortect:

Can’t click anything on the Windows desktop after booting up the computer? You’re not alone. The problem stems from Windows Explorer crashing or hardware issues.

Here’s how to fix it:

What to do if I can’t click anything in Windows?

1. Restart the explorer.exe process

If your Windows Explorer has crashed or frozen, it may lead to thecan’t click anythingissue in Windows 10 and 11. However, ending and restarting the explorer.exe process can resolve this problem.

2. Check your keyboard for issues

Faulty keyboard keys can prevent the mouse from performing the right-click and left-click actions.

Check if your keyboard has

You may also unplug the keyboard and restart your computer to see if the mouse and clicking functions work.

Check the keyboard for faulty keys if the mouse works without a keyboard connected to your computer.

3. Check for pending Windows updates

Mouse-clickingissues in Windows 10 are pretty common. Ensure you are running the latest stable Windows 10 build to fix any problems caused by a glitch in the OS.

4. Check your mouse and third-party software

Disconnect your mouse from the current machineand connect it to another computer to see if it works properly.

if it works:

Check the port in which is connectedor try connecting it to another port.

You may also try to unplug the mouse and connect another mouse to your computer.Right-clickon any app or desktop and check if the secondary mouse is working.

If the mouse works, you may need to replace the device with a new one.

5. Use a restore point

🧠This is a more advanced solution. If you never made a restore point in your life, watch this video (it’s easier to grasp). ANDBACKUP YOUR DATA!

(Find step-by-step instructions right below the video)

Repeat the steps with an older Restore Point if System Restore is unsuccessful.

Alternatively, you can use specialized software to try and repair this Windows error.Windows repair toolswill scan all system files’ integrity for corruption or damage and repair them.

Why is my laptop cursor not clicking?

If your laptop cursor is not clicking, it might be because it has been turned by some keyboard combination mistakenly.

Also, the problem might be due to broken or outdated mouse drivers.

This concludes our troubleshooting, and we hope that after performing the steps, you have been able to fix the problem on your PC.

You might also find it helpful to read our article onhow to fix File Explorer if it is slow on Windows 10 & 11because it may help you understand the problem better.

Let us know in the comments section below if you have other suggestions or questions about this issue.

Can’t Click Anything on Windows 10/11? 5 Fixes that Worked For Us!#

What to do if I can’t click anything in Windows?#

1. Restart the explorer.exe process#

2. Check your keyboard for issues#

3. Check for pending Windows updates#

4. Check your mouse and third-party software#

5. Use a restore point#

Why is my laptop cursor not clicking?#