Are you tired of feeling like you’re missing out on all the functionality that right-clicking has to offer just because you don’t have a mouse? Well, fear not! Whether you’re using Windows or macOS, we’ve got some tips and tricks up our sleeves for how to right click without a mouse. So put down that cumbersome device and let’s get clicking!
Employ the Context Key
If you’re using a Windows PC, the context key is the key on your keyboard that has the Windows logo on it. On a Mac, it’s the Command key. The context key is what you press to bring up the right-click menu.
To use the context key, simply place your cursor over the item you want to right-click on and press the context key. A menu will appear with all of the options that are available for that item. Simply select the desired option from the menu and release the context key.
Use a shortcut key for right-click
In Windows, you can use the right-click shortcut key by pressing the Shift key and F10 simultaneously. In macOS, you can use the right-click shortcut key by pressing the Control key and clicking with your trackpad or mouse.
This is a great way to save time if you find yourself right-clicking often. Simply press the appropriate shortcut key for your operating system and then click wherever you need to right-click. This will save you from having to reach for your mouse every time you want to perform a right-click action.
Mouse Clicks Accessibility Feature
If you’re using a computer without a mouse, you can still right-click by using a keyboard shortcut. On Windows, press the Shift key and F10 simultaneously. On macOS, press the Control key and click the mouse button or trackpad.
This keyboard shortcut will work whether you’re using a desktop computer or a laptop. If you’re using a laptop, you may need to enable the trackpad first. To do this, go to System Preferences > Trackpad and check the box next to “Enable Right Click.”
Utilize Mouse Keys on Mac
If you don’t have a mouse or trackpad, or if you prefer using keyboard shortcuts, you can enable Mouse Keys in macOS. This will allow you to move the cursor and click using only the keys on your keyboard.
To turn on Mouse Keys:
1. Open System Preferences (you can find this in the Dock, or by clicking the menu at the top-left of your screen and selecting “System Preferences”).
2. Click Accessibility.
3. Scroll down to the Interacting section and click Mouse & Trackpad.
4. Select “Enable Mouse Keys”.
Now you can use the following keys to control your cursor:
• Up Arrow: Move cursor up one pixel• Down Arrow: Move cursor down one pixel• Left Arrow: Move cursor left one pixel• Right Arrow: Move cursor right one pixel• Option + Up Arrow: Move cursor up one page• Option + Down Arrow: Move cursor down one page• Control + Up Arrow: Move cursor to top of screen• Control + Down Arrow: Move cursor to bottom of screen• Fn + Up Arrow / Page Up: Scroll up one line• Fn + Down Arrow / Page Down: Scroll down one line
To click, press either Spacebar or Enter. To right-click, press Spacebar+Ctrl (hold both down at the same time).
Right-click in macOS
In macOS, you can right-click by pressing the Control key while you click an item. This works with both the trackpad and mouse. You can also enable secondary click in System Preferences > Mouse > Point & Click. This will allow you to right-click with two fingers on the trackpad or by holding down the Option key while clicking.
Conclusion
With the right combination of keyboard shortcuts, it is possible to right click without a mouse on both Windows and Mac computers. Whether you are using a laptop or desktop computer, these methods allow anyone to quickly and easily access context menus with just the press of a few keys. We hope this article has been helpful in teaching you how to navigate your computer without having to use an external mouse or trackpad.
