TIL a coaster from my cafe hop in Paris stops my mouse from sliding. | Designer Desk Setups

Wade Lee · 2026-03-03T09:50:51.473283+00:00

Such an easy fix from a fun memory.

My old textbook cover actually works great for that. The slightly rough plastic surface gives the mouse sensor way more grip than a glossy desk. Had the same sliding issue with my laptop until I just left the book under the mouse. Now it's a permanent desk fixture. Way better than buying a new pad.

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logansullivan7mo ago

Actually, most optical sensors work better on a smooth surface, not a rough one.

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nancy_nguyen7mo ago

Read about that hack somewhere.

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