Windows 10: Only mouse showing up on monitor

Discus and support Only mouse showing up on monitor in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; When I turn on my PC only the mouse shows up but only on the secondary monitor. I’ve tried restarting it but it still does is and I’ve tried air... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Kaiden Gonzaleas, Apr 8, 2025.

  1. Only mouse showing up on monitor


    When I turn on my PC only the mouse shows up but only on the secondary monitor. I’ve tried restarting it but it still does is and I’ve tried air dusting my pc.

    :)
     
    Kaiden Gonzaleas, Apr 8, 2025
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    Thanks Elise,

    I found more links which suggest

    1. turn one of the monitor
    2. feedback to Microsoft
    Using Steps Recorder on Two monitors. (microsoft.com)

    How to limit Problem Steps Recorder to single - Microsoft Community

    I need assistance on both suggestions; how to

    1. turn off laptop monitor?
    2. locate feedback hub on Cortana?
    My workaround is to use PowerPoint Screen Recorder but this need additional screen capture.

    The reason for Screen Recorder is Windows 10 Mouse Cursor for Office Menu item disappear when select Screen Capture App. It is cumbersome to show Tech Support what is selected on Office App on captured screen...

    Thanks Ahead!
     
    panes-rubrics.0l_icloud.com, Apr 8, 2025
    #2
  3. My mouse lags between dual monitors

    Hi,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    I can understand the inconvenience you are experiencing and will certainly help you in the right direction to fix the issue.

    Provide us additional information to assist you better with this issue:

    1. Does this issue persists only after connecting the secondary monitor?
    2. Are you using an External Mouse? If yes, how is it connected?
    3. What is the make and model of the mouse?
    4. Which version of Windows is installed on your device?

    Refer the article Which version of Windows operating system am I running
    to provide the details.

    I suggest you to refer the article HP PCs - Troubleshooting Mouse Problems
    for the troubleshooting steps.

    If the issue still persists, get back to us with the additional information. We are glad to assist you with the further steps.

    Regards,

    Muralidhar

    Microsoft Community Moderator
     
    Muralidhar_G, Apr 8, 2025
    #3
  4. Only mouse showing up on monitor

    Mouse skips from 1st monitor to 2nd monitor while typing

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused.

    I see that your mouse skips from first monitor to second monitor while typing.

    Please answer the below questions to assist you better,

    1. What is the make and model of the mouse?

    2. Is it a wired mouse or a wireless mouse?

    Follow the below methods and check if it helps,

    Method 1: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter.

    Follow these steps to run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

    a) Type
    Troubleshooting in the Search Bar and then
    Enter
    .

    c)
    Select View all on the top left corner.

    d)
    Run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.



    Method 2: Update the mouse driver from the Device Manager.


    I would suggest you to manually update the Mouse drivers from the
    Device Manager and check if it helps.

    Steps:-

    • Press Windows Key + X.
    • Select Device manager.
    • Expand Mice and other pointing devices.
    • Right click on Mouse driver and select Update Driver Software.
    • Restart the computer.
    Method 3: Enable Mouse Trails

    1.
    Type Control Panel in
    Search Bar
    and then Enter.

    2.
    Select Mouse.

    3.
    In Pointer Option Check the
    Display pointer trails.

    Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Anup Karkal, Apr 8, 2025
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