Contact us today!
866-348-2602

Total Tech Care Blog

Total Tech Care has been serving Florida since 2001, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

Tip of the Week: Take Advantage of Your Mouse’s “Snap To” Feature

b2ap3_thumbnail_snap_to_mouse_400.jpgComputers are designed to save people significant time when it comes to getting work done, and with a few simple tweaks and adjustments, you can trim even more seconds off a project, which really adds up in terms of gaining productivity. Your PC’s Snap To mouse feature is a classic example of this.

When enabled, Snap To automatically moves your mouse pointer to the dialogue box that pops up. This is the box that typically appears after you delete a file, close a window, or perform any other similar task.

Although, when using Snap To, be careful about what you click on. For example, your pointer may automatically move to the “Ok button” for something that you don’t want to approve; something like, “Are you sure you want to permanently delete this file?” A blunder like this can be avoided if you simply take a moment to read what you click on, instead of rushing yourself and clicking the first thing that pops up.

To enable this feature, go to Control Panel > Mouse Properties. Next, click on the Pointer Options tab and then checkmark the Snap To box that says “Automatically move pointer to the default button in a dialog box.”

snap to

Click OK or Apply when you’re done.

Be warned, this Snap To feature might take a little while to get used to (it’s always surprising to have your mouse pointer move when you’re not expecting it to). Also, in the event that you don’t want to go through these steps and enable Snap To, most dialogue boxes allow you to select the OK button by hitting the Enter key.

At the end of the day, it might seem like this is a rather silly tip because you’re just saving yourself few seconds of not having to move the pointer. However, any worker concerned about productivity understands the importance of saving a few seconds here and there, and how tips like this can save you significant time in the long run. Plus, when on a laptop with a squirrely touchpad, this can save you those few seconds of frustration.

For more productivity tips, subscribe to Total Tech Care’s blog and check back every week.

 

Comments

No comments made yet. Be the first to submit a comment
Already Registered? Login Here
Guest
Thursday, 24 April 2025
If you'd like to register, please fill in the username, password and name fields.

Blog Archive

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

  • First Name *
  • Last Name *

      Free Consultation

      Sign up today for a
      FREE Network Consultation

      How secure is your IT infrastructure?
      Let us evaluate it for free!

      Sign up Now!

      Free Consultation
       

      Tag Cloud

      Security Tip of the Week Technology Best Practices Business Computing Cloud Privacy Hackers Productivity Hosted Solutions Efficiency Software Network Security Business Google Microsoft Internet Email Malware Workplace Tips Backup Innovation Data User Tips Computer Mobile Devices IT Services Hardware Android VoIP Disaster Recovery communications Smartphones IT Support Communication Business Continuity Miscellaneous Smartphone Mobile Device Browser Small Business Network Collaboration Productivity Cybersecurity Quick Tips Users Business Management Upgrade Managed IT Services Windows Phishing Outsourced IT Ransomware Data Backup Windows 10 Server Save Money Data Recovery Office Cloud Computing Windows 10 Passwords Chrome Social Media Gadgets Virtualization Tech Term Saving Money Holiday Microsoft Office Managed IT Services Automation Managed Service Operating System Facebook Artificial Intelligence Computers Cybercrime IT Support Hacking Internet of Things Health Wi-Fi BYOD Mobile Device Management Networking Office 365 Managed Service Provider Telephone Systems Information Technology Covid-19 Information Alert Spam Remote Router Social Engineering Mobility BDR Recovery Employer-Employee Relationship Bandwidth Big Data App History Law Enforcement Data Breach Human Resources Mobile Computing Password Money Application Remote Monitoring Encryption Applications Data Storage Patch Management Government Blockchain Office Tips Training Paperless Office Private Cloud VPN Managed IT Remote Computing Apps How To Mobile Office Vulnerability Windows 7 Avoiding Downtime Word Wireless Servers Gmail Flexibility Settings Marketing Infrastructure Bring Your Own Device Voice over Internet Protocol WiFi Data Management Data Security Two-factor Authentication Work/Life Balance IT solutions Entertainment Website Budget Mouse HaaS Google Drive Sports HIPAA Redundancy Conferencing Keyboard Risk Management Hacker Vendor Scam Managed Services Telephone System Staff Software as a Service Display The Internet of Things Lithium-ion battery Machine Learning Vendor Management Connectivity Remote Work Save Time Employee/Employer Relationship RMM Firewall Cleaning Virtual Reality Apple USB Social End of Support Data Protection User Error Education Physical Security Safety Meetings CES Help Desk Retail Hard Drives PDF Instant Messaging Printing Robot Excel Business Technology Proactive IT Content Management Biometrics Access Control Managed Services Provider Business Intelligence Virtual Desktop Best Practice Virtual Assistant YouTube Worker Black Market Authentication Database Audit IT Management DDoS Remote Workers Botnet SharePoint Processor IT Plan Document Management Virus Solid State Drive Wireless Technology Update How to Downtime Unified Threat Management Hard Drive Unsupported Software Customer Service Computer Accessories Google Docs Environment Charger Data storage Identity Theft Fax Server Automobile Computing Compliance Computer Care OneNote SaaS Current Events Computing Infrastructure Printer Augmented Reality Going Green Telephony Bluetooth Samsung Fraud Remote Worker Digital Signage Network Congestion eWaste Value Battery Cryptocurrency Shadow IT Electronic Medical Records Legal Spam Blocking IT Consultant Internet Exlporer Procurement Hiring/Firing Humor Workplace Strategy Comparison Net Neutrality Wearable Technology File Sharing Employees Employee/Employer Relationships Tip of the week webinar Emergency Employer Employee Relationship Camera Windows 365 Inventory Professional Services Specifications ISP Public Cloud Evernote ROI Running Cable Assessment Consultant Relocation Wire Video Conferencing Sales Bitcoin Windows Server 2008 Travel Shortcuts Memory Analytics Video Games Printers Point of Sale Personal Tools Millennials Cryptomining Wireless Charging Television Worker Commute Best Available Smart Office Supply Chain Management Monitoring Batteries Experience WIndows 7 Scalability Virtual Private Network Windows 8.1 Digitize Workforce Cables Windows Server 2008 R2 Public Computer Business Owner Science Customer relationships NarrowBand Regulations Transportation Rootkit Search Project Management Email Best Practices Nanotechnology IT Assessment Telecommuting Manufacturing Computer Fan Cortana Distributed Denial of Service Customer Relationship Management iPhone PowerPoint Computer Tips Windows Media Player Digital Signature Managed IT Service Security Cameras Workers User Benefits Analyitcs Programming Warranty Virtual CIO OneDrive Biometric Security FENG Google Apps IBM Files HVAC Peripheral Digital Security Cameras Chromecast Analysis Using Data Flash Managing Stress Smart Technology Administrator Devices Copiers 5G Antivirus Uninterrupted Power Supply Software Tips Supercomputer Windows 8 Colocation Cameras Enterprise Content Management Quick Tip MSP Ergonomics Accountants Sync Smartwatch Emails IT service Microchip Monitor Thought Leadership Development Credit Cards OLED Password Manager Virtual Machine Tablet Password Management PCI DSS 2FA Fiber Optics Multi-Factor Security Employee Netflix Domains Two Factor Authentication Search Engine Reputation Twitter Messaging Streaming Media Cabling Root Cause Analysis Tech Support Business Mangement Hypervisor HBO IaaS Knowledge Maintenance Content Music Printer Server NIST Policy Bloatware Techology Dark mode Laptop Smart Tech Trend Micro Skype Trending Data loss Customers Addiction SMS Amazon Default App Procedure Recycling Saving Time Outlook Leadership Audiobook Troubleshooting Tablets Entrepreneur Wiring dark theme Touchpad Practices Shopping Start Menu Google Search Amazon Web Services IT Infrastructure Screen Mirroring Loyalty Cache AI Safe Mode FinTech Criminal Frequently Asked Questions Bing Shortcut Politics Books Advertising Cost Management GDPR Hosted Computing Social Network Mobile Windows 10s Online Shopping Investment Cast Social Networking Wireless Internet Notifications

      Top Blog

      The reasoning for this is simple: you want to make sure that operations are proceeding as intended, even if you’re not there. If you completely check out from the workplace every time you leave, you could return from your vacation to a complete and total disaster that may have been prevented with y...
      QR-Code