April 16, 2022

How to Fix Bluetooth Mouse Lag in Windows 11

Does your Bluetooth mouse lag in Windows 11? Various reasons—such as conflicting power management settings and missing or outdated drivers—can cause the cursor to stutter or freeze after a few seconds of inactivity.

Read on to learn what you can do to resolve Bluetooth mouse lag in Windows 11. The fixes in this troubleshooting guide also apply to Bluetooth trackpads.

njikọ: Haven’t made the upgrade to Windows 11 yet? Learn how to fix mouse lag in Windows 10.

Gbalịa mbụ idozi ngwa ngwa ndị a

It’s best to kick things off by working through the quick fixes below. You might be dealing with a trivial issue that doesn’t require advanced troubleshooting.

  • Malitegharịa ekwentị gị na kọmputa: Usually, restarting your computer is all it takes to resolve problems in Windows. Save your work and select Malite > ike > Malitegharịa ekwentị to perform a system reboot.
  • Turn Your Mouse Off & On: Likewise, it’s a good idea to restart the device firmware of the Bluetooth mouse. Locate the ike switch on the Bluetooth mouse and set it to Off, mgbe ahụ, On.
  • Move Your Mouse Closer: Bluetooth devices don’t function well at a distance. Reduce the gap between your computer and mouse if you use them far apart. 
  • Eliminate Bluetooth Interference: Make sure that there are no sources of Bluetooth interference (e.g., usually other wireless devices) nearby or between your computer and mouse.
  • Fanye òké gị: A mouse with little charge remaining can weaken its Bluetooth signal. Connect your mouse to a USB port to recharge it or insert fresh batteries.
  • Switch to Another Surface: Avoid smooth surfaces to improve cursor control. 

Gbaa nsogbu nsogbu Bluetooth

Windows 11 comes with a built-in Bluetooth troubleshooter that can automatically detect and fix connectivity issues with Bluetooth devices. To run it:

1. mepee Malite menu ma họrọ Settings.

2. Pịgharịa gaa na ala System settings and select the option labeled troubleshoot.

3. Họrọ Ndị ọzọ nsogbu nsogbu.

4. Pịgharịa gaa na ala ma họrọ nke ahụ Run bọtịnụ na-esote Bluetooth. 

Install Support Software & Drivers

Bluetooth pointing devices work best with additional support software and mouse drivers—Nhọrọ Logitech, Mmekọrịta Razer, etc. Look up the Bluetooth mouse model online and install any applicable software from the manufacturer.

If you’ve already done that, update the software (visit the application’s settings page and look for a Lelee maka mmelite option or something similar) and see if that eliminates the lag.

Disable Power Management for Bluetooth Adapter

If your Bluetooth mouse lags when left idle for a few seconds, use the Device Manager in Windows 11 to disable power management for the PC’s Bluetooth module.

1. Pịa aka nri na Malite bọtịnụ wee họrọ Ihe Njikwa Ngwaọrụ.

2. gbasaa Bluetooth category, right-click the Bluetooth module—e.g., Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R)- wee họrọ Properties.

3. Gbanye na Njikwa Ike taabụ ma wepụ igbe dị n'akụkụ Allow the computer to turn off the device to save power. Wee, họrọ OK.

If that fails to resolve the issue, expand the Ngwaọrụ mmadụ category (further down the Device Manager) and open the Properties pane for Bluetooth Low Energy GATT compliant HID. Mgbe ahụ, gbanwee gaa na Njikwa Ike tab and clear the box next to Allow the computer to turn off the device to save power.

Disable Bluetooth Power Management by Modifying Registry Keys

If the above fix doesn’t help, you must modify a set of registry keys related to Bluetooth power management via the Windows 11 Registry Editor. However, since accidental changes can break the operating system, we recommend backing up the system registry tupu ị gawa.

1. Pịa Windows + R to open the Run box. Then, type regedit na pịa Tinye.

2. Navigate to the following folder on the Registry Editor’s left pane:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > Usoro > Ugbu aControlSet > enum > USB

Next, expand the folder that begins with VID_8087 (wdg. VID_8087&PID_0026) and then the sub-folder with the numbers and letters (e.g., 5&ed1e05a&0&10). Finally, select Oke ngwaọrụ.

3. Double-click each of the following keys on the right side of the Registry Editor window, add a hexadecimal value of 0, ma họrọ OK.

  • DeviceSelectiveSuspended
  • SelectiveSuspendEnabled
  • SelectiveSuspendSupported

Note: If any of the keys above appear missing, right-click a vacant area and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Bara uru. Then, name it as the absent key and save it with a hexadecimal value of 0.

Switch Performance Plan

Another way to avoid Bluetooth mouse lag caused by PC power management is to configure your Windows 11’s default power mode for best performance. However, that can hurt the battery life of laptop devices.

1. mepee Malite menu ma họrọ Settings.

2. Select the category labeled Ike & batrị.

3. Mepee menu-ada n'akụkụ Ọnọdụ ike ma họrọ Ọrụ kacha mma.

Remove and Reconnect Bluetooth Mouse

The following fix involves removing and reconnecting your Bluetooth mouse or trackpad. That should help eliminate issues with a corrupt Bluetooth device configuration.

1. mepee Malite menu ma họrọ Settings.

2. Họrọ Bluetooth & ngwaọrụ on the Settings sidebar. 

3. Họrọ nke Ọzọ icon (three dots) next to your Bluetooth mouse and select Wepu ngwaọrụ > Ee.

4. Họrọ Tinye ngwaọrụ.

5. Họrọ Bluetooth and repeat the pairing process to re-establish the Bluetooth connection between your mouse and computer.

Check for Bluetooth Driver Updates

If the mouse lag problem persists, download the latest Bluetooth drivers from your PC manufacturer—Dell, HP, Acer, etc. Then, run the setup file within the downloaded package or perform the update via the Device Manager.

1. mepee Ihe Njikwa Ngwaọrụ.

2. gbasaa Bluetooth Atiya.

3. Right-click the Bluetooth module and select Na-akwanye ọkwọ ụgbọala.

4. Họrọ Browser my computer for drivers.

5. Họrọ Chọgharịa and locate the downloaded driver package on your computer. Then, select Osote ime mmelite ahụ.

Uninstall and Reinstall Bluetooth Drivers

If you can’t find newer updates, try removing and reinstalling the Bluetooth driver for your PC. Make sure to use a wired mouse to interact with the GUI in the meantime.

1. mepee Ihe Njikwa Ngwaọrụ.

2. gbasaa Bluetooth Atiya.

3. Right-click the Bluetooth module and select Wepu ngwaọrụ.

4. Lelee igbe dị n'akụkụ Gbalịa iwepu ọkwọ ụgbọala maka ngwaọrụ a ma họrọ Uninstall.

5. Restart your computer. Windows 11 will automatically reinstall the Bluetooth driver at startup. If it doesn’t, re-open the Ihe Njikwa Ngwaọrụ ma họrọ Action > Nyocha maka mgbanwe ngwaike.

Melite ndị ọkwọ ụgbọala eserese

Outdated video drivers can also result in a laggy mouse pointer. Check the card manufacturer’s website (Nvidia, AMD, Intel, etc.) for possible updates. Alternatively, use a third-party driver updater tool or Windows Update to acquire the latest video drivers for your PC (more on that next).

Melite Windows 11

If the Bluetooth mouse lag persists, try updating Windows 11 to its latest version. That should patch out any known issues in the operating system that prevent Bluetooth devices from functioning correctly.

1. mepee Malite menu ma họrọ Settings.

2. Họrọ Mmelite Windows on the Settings sidebar.

3. Họrọ Lelee maka mmelite.

4. Họrọ Download ugbu a, iji wụnye mmelite dị.

Additionally, select Nhọrọ di elu > Mmelite nhọrọ and install any Microsoft-verified driver updates for the Bluetooth mouse, the Bluetooth module, and the graphics card.

Nyochaa maka Malware

Computer viruses are another reason that induces mouse or touchpad lag. Use the built-in Nche Windows tool (accessible via the system tray) or a dedicated anti-malware utility—such as Malwarebytes—to thoroughly scan your PC for malware.

Gbanyụọ ngwa ngwa

Next up, consider disabling Fast Startup in Windows 11. It helps boot up your PC faster and has a history of causing problems with input devices.

1. mepee Malite menu, ụdị Ogwe njikwa, ma pịa Tinye.

2. Họrọ Ngwaọrụ na ụda.

3. N'okpuru Nhọrọ Nhọrọ ngalaba, họrọ Họrọ ihe akara bọtịnụ na-eme.

4. Họrọ Gbanwee ntọala ndị na-adịghị adị ugbu a.

5. Uncheck the box next to Mee ngwa mmalite (akwadoro) and select Save changes.

Kedu ihe ọzọ ị nwere ike ime?

If none of the fixes above work, here are a few other things to try:

  • Use the Bluetooth mouse as a standard wireless mouse. Logitech mice, such as the Logitech MX Master, come with a unifying receiver that offers better connectivity than Bluetooth. 
  • Run an SFC or a DISM scan to resolve underlying problems with your Windows 11 PC. 
  • Pair and use the Bluetooth mouse on another computer (PC or Mac). If the mouse lag issue persists, you’re likely dealing with a defective device—send it back for a replacement if it’s still under warranty. If not, continue troubleshooting your PC in Safe Mode.