How to Change Mouse Double-Click Speed in Windows 11

Changing mouse double-click speed in Windows 11 adjusts how quickly you must press a mouse button twice for the computer to recognize it as a single double-click action.

This setting helps match the click speed to your personal rhythm, preventing accidental opens or missed clicks. The default speed might feel too fast or too slow for you, leading to frustration.

For instance, if Windows registers a double-click too quickly, you might open a file just by trying to select it. Conversely, if it’s too slow, you might have to click with unusual speed for the computer to notice.

Windows 11 lets you easily change this by adjusting a slider in the Accessibility settings. You can find this option under Mouse settings.

Method 1Using the Settings App (For newer 🪟 Windows 11 builds)

You can change mouse double-click speed in Windows 11 using the Settings app ⚙️ if you have a recent system build. Press the Win+I on your keyboard to open Settings ⚙️, go to Bluetooth 🔷 & devices, click Mouse, and expand the additional mouse settings to adjust the speed slider to your liking.

1. Open Settings ⚙️. You can do this by pressing the Win+I on your keyboard simultaneously. This is a handy shortcut to remember for accessing all your system settings.
2. Navigate to Accessibility. In the Settings ⚙️ window, look for ‘Accessibility‘ in the left-hand menu and click on it. This section is where Windows groups features to make your PC easier to use for everyone.
3. Find Mouse Settings. On the right side of the Accessibility screen, scroll down until you see the ‘Interaction‘ category. Underneath that, you should find ‘Mouse‘. Click on it.
4. Adjust the Slider. You’ll see a slider labeled ‘Double-click speed‘. To make the double-click action require a slower pace (less sensitive), slide it to the left. To make it require a faster pace (more sensitive), slide it to the right. You can test it as you go!
5. Close Settings. Once you’ve found a speed that feels comfortable, you can close the Settings ⚙️ window. Your changes are saved automatically.

Method 2Using the Control Panel (Works on all 🪟 Windows 11 versions)

You can change mouse double-click speed on any version of Windows 11 using the classic Control Panel 🎛️. Open the Start menu ⊞, type Control Panel 🎛️, click the app, go to Hardware and Sound, open Mouse, and move the slider on the Buttons tab until double-clicking feels comfortable.

1. Open the Control Panel. The easiest way is to click the Start button, type 'Control Panel', and then click on the result. Make sure 'View by' in the top right corner is set to 'Category' or 'Large icons' so you can see all the options clearly.
2. Locate the Mouse settings. Scroll through the list of icons until you find 'Mouse'. Click on it to open the Mouse Properties window.
3. Go to the Buttons tab. In the Mouse Properties window, you'll see several tabs across the top. Click on the 'Buttons' tab. This is where you'll find settings related to your mouse buttons.
4. Adjust the Double-click speed slider. Under the 'Double-click speed' setting, you'll find another slider. Similar to the Settings app, sliding it left makes the double-click slower and less sensitive, while sliding it right makes it faster and more sensitive. You can test the speed by double-clicking the folder icon next to the slider.
5. Confirm your changes. Once you're happy with the speed, click the 'OK' button at the bottom of the window to save your new setting.
6. Close the Control Panel. You can now close the Control Panel window if you wish.

Method 3Using the Registry Editor (For advanced users)

You can change mouse double-click speed through the Windows Registry Editor if you prefer direct system tweaking. Press the Windows key + R, type regedit, and go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Mouse to manually edit the DoubleClickSpeed value data to your exact millisecond preference.

It's highly recommended to back up your Registry before making any changes. You can do this by opening Registry Editor, clicking 'File' > 'Export', and saving the entire Registry to a safe location.

1. Open Registry Editor. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type 'regedit' and press Enter, or click 'OK'. You may be prompted by User Account Control (UAC) to allow the app to make changes; click 'Yes'.
2. Navigate to the correct Registry key. In the Registry Editor window, you'll see a left pane that looks like a file explorer. You need to navigate to a specific location, called a 'key'. Copy and paste the following path into the address bar at the top of Registry Editor and press Enter:
   

   HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Mouse

   📝Good to KnowAlternatively, you can manually browse through the folders (keys) in the left pane: click on 'HKEY_CURRENT_USER', then 'Control Panel', and finally 'Mouse'.

   Alternatively, you can manually browse through the folders (keys) in the left pane: click on 'HKEY_CURRENT_USER', then 'Control Panel', and finally 'Mouse'.

3. Locate the DoubleClickSpeed value. In the right-hand pane of the 'Desktop' key, you'll see a list of 'Values'. Look for one named 'DoubleClickSpeed'. It will likely have a 'Type' of 'REG_SZ'. Double-click on 'DoubleClickSpeed' to edit its value.
4. Enter your desired speed. A small 'Edit String' window will pop up. Here, you'll enter a number that represents the double-click speed. The numbers range from 200 (very fast) to 900 (very slow).
   

   The default speed in Windows is usually 480.

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   If you want a faster double-click, enter a lower number (e.g., 300).

   If you want a slower double-click, enter a higher number (e.g., 700).

   Type your chosen number into the 'Value data' field and click 'OK'.

   Important Note: This value is in milliseconds. So, a value of 480 means Windows waits up to 480 milliseconds between clicks to register it as a double-click. Lower numbers mean less waiting time, hence a faster speed.

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5. Close Registry Editor. Once you've entered the new value, you can close the Registry Editor window.
6. Apply the changes. For the Registry changes to apply, you'll typically need to sign out of your Windows account and then sign back in, or restart your computer. A restart is often the most reliable way to ensure all system components recognize the updated setting.

Summary

You can change mouse double-click speed in Windows 11 by using the modern Settings app, the classic Control Panel, or the Registry Editor. Each approach lets you adjust how fast you need to click twice for Windows to register a double-click, helping you stop accidental opens or missed selections.