Here's a simple explanation of how to use a mouse and keyboard on a computer:
🖱️ Using a Mouse
The mouse controls the pointer (arrow) on your screen.
✨ Basic Mouse Actions:
| Action | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Move | Move the pointer on the screen |
| Click | Press the left button to select or open things |
| Double-click | Quickly click twice to open files/programs |
| Right-click | Opens a menu with more options |
| Scroll | Use the scroll wheel to move up and down pages |
✅ Tip: Practice clicking on icons, menus, and links to get comfortable.
⌨️ Using a Keyboard
The keyboard is used to type and give commands.
🔤 Basic Parts of the Keyboard:
| Key Group | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Letter Keys | Type words (A-Z) |
| Number Keys | Type numbers (0-9) |
| Spacebar | Adds a space between words |
| Enter | Starts a new line or confirms a command |
| Backspace | Deletes letters behind the cursor |
| Arrow Keys | Move the cursor or scroll on screen |
✅ Tip: Try typing your name and using Backspace to correct mistakes.
🧠 Practice Example:
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Move the mouse pointer to a text box.
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Click inside the box.
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Use the keyboard to type something.
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Press Enter when done.
