How to Adjust Your Mouse Scroll Speed

Tap your device to see the settings path.

Windows

In Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Mouse, adjust the number of lines scrolled per wheel notch to change scroll speed.

Mac

In System Settings > Mouse (or Trackpad), use the scrolling speed slider.

Test after adjusting

Open a long webpage or document and scroll to check whether the new speed feels right.

Why adjust it?

Faster scrolling is convenient for long documents, while slower scrolling can make fine positioning easier for detailed work.

One wheel click, exactly the distance you want

If scrolling flies past the spot you were aiming for, or feels frustratingly slow, adjusting the speed lets you tune it to how you actually work.

Check your button settings too

While you're in the mouse settings, it is also worth checking whether swapping the left and right buttons would suit you better.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I adjust horizontal scroll speed separately?

Some mice and operating systems let you set horizontal scroll speed independently from vertical scroll speed.

Can gaming mice get even finer control?

Gaming mouse software often allows more precise scroll sensitivity adjustments than the default system settings.