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Switching the primary button used on your mouse is helpful when wanting to switch from right-handed to left-handed use of the mouse (or vice versa.)

It is a good idea to alter your routine if you use the computer for extended periods of time. Changing the primary mouse button is one way to do that.

To change the primary button on the mouse, click on:

* The Start Menu (Lower left-hand corner of your screen)

* Settings (Windows 98 only)

* Control Panel

* Select mouse
Note: Do NOT choose Accessibility options

* Select the Buttons tab in the dialog box

* To make the Right button the one used for primary functions (such as clicking & dragging), check the box which says, "Switch primary and secondary
buttons."

* Click on Ok to save the changes.
Note: This change will take effect immediately. You need to use the newly selected option to click on Ok.

To reverse the process, deselect the "Switch primary and secondary buttons" box.