How to fix my mouse left and right toggel keys as it is being overrided by my PC keys

Linda-Clare Chilvers 0 Reputation points
2026-08-05T03:44:49.1233333+00:00

How to fix my mouse left and right toggel keys as it is being overrided by my PC keys

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  1. S.Sengupta 31,831 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2026-08-05T06:40:25.5733333+00:00

    What exactly do you mean by "left and right toggle keys are being overridden by PC keys"?

    Are the touchpad buttons affected, or an external mouse?

    What is your Surface model (Surface Pro 11, Surface Laptop, etc.)?

    Check Mouse Button Configuration

    Open Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Mouse.

    Ensure Primary mouse button is set correctly (Left).

    Disconnect the Surface Keyboard

    If you have a Surface Pro with a Type Cover:

    Detach the keyboard.

    Test the mouse using only the touchscreen or an external mouse.

    If the problem disappears, the keyboard may have a stuck key or hardware fault.

    Test with an External USB/Bluetooth Mouse

    If the external mouse works normally, the issue may be with the Surface touchpad or keyboard.

    If the external mouse has the same problem, Windows settings or drivers are more likely the cause.

    Restart the HID Devices

    Right-click Start → Device Manager.

    Expand:

    Mice and other pointing devices

    Human Interface Devices

    Right-click the mouse device → Disable → Enable.

    If that doesn't help, choose Uninstall device and restart the Surface.

    Boot into UEFI

    Shut down the Surface.

    Hold Volume Up.

    While holding it, press Power.

    Release Volume Up when the UEFI screen appears.

    Try the touchpad or mouse in UEFI:

    If it works normally in UEFI, Windows is the problem.

    If it still behaves incorrectly, it's likely a hardware issue.

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    2026-08-05T03:45:08.1966667+00:00

    If mouse left and right actions seem to be overridden by keyboard behavior, check these Windows accessibility and mouse settings first:

    1. Open Accessibility settings:
      • Press Windows key + U
      • Select Keyboard
    2. Check for keyboard features that can change input behavior:
      • Turn off Sticky keys
      • Turn off Toggle keys
      • Turn off Filter keys
    3. Check whether mouse control from the keyboard is affecting input:
      • Open the old Control Panel
      • Open Ease of Access Center
      • Select Make the mouse easier to use
      • Under Control the mouse with the keyboard, make sure Mouse Keys is turned off
    4. Verify normal mouse button configuration:
      • In Windows 11: Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse
      • In Windows 10: Start > Settings > Devices > Mouse
      • Check the left/right button behavior and other mouse settings
    5. If the problem continues, test whether the mouse itself is faulty:
      • Temporarily enable Exchange button assignment in Mouse Properties and restart the PC
      • If the physical left button still works intermittently after the buttons are reversed, the mouse hardware is likely defective
    6. Also try basic hardware checks:
      • Unplug the mouse and plug it back in
      • Try a different USB port
      • If using a USB hub, connect the mouse directly to the PC
      • Check batteries if it is wireless
      • Test the mouse on another PC
    7. If it is a Bluetooth mouse, pair it again:
      • Hold the pairing button for 5–7 seconds until the light blinks
      • On the PC, go to Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices
      • Turn Bluetooth on, select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth, then pair the mouse again

    If the mouse does not work correctly on another PC, replacement may be needed.

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