How to Adapt a Mouse to Click with Your Foot

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Obtain a second USB mouse.

   Computers can accept input from 2 mice.
   
   Use one for moving the cursor.
   
   The other for clicking is on the floor to be foot-operated.
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   Step 2: Cut 2 short pieces of plastic tubing

   Drill a hole in one side: 1⁄4 inch (0.6 cm) or a little larger.
   
   Insert a small bit in the drill and drill a small hole on the side opposite the large hole.
   
   Repeat for each of the two pieces. , Put a bit of glue on the piece of tubing around the small hole.
   
   Insert a screw through the hole from inside the tubing.
   
   Using the large hole for screwdriver access, screw the piece of tubing onto a mouse button.
   
   Repeat for each of the two buttons. , Cut a notch in one edge to fit the mouse.
   
   This will hold the mouse in place and provide a soft resting pad for the feet. , Duct tape can help hold it in place.
   
   It may be easier to click the mouse without the padding, so only use it if you need it. ,
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   Step 3: such as 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) plastic conduit.

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   Step 4: Drill a small pilot hole in each of the two mouse buttons.

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   Step 5: For best ease of use

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   Step 6: take a piece of Styrofoam insulation board and cut it to around a 1 foot (0.3 m) square.

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   Step 7: Optionally

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   Step 8: put foam weatherstripping on top of the tubing to pad it.

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   Step 9: Finished.

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