In message , The Natural Philosopher
writes
On 15/05/2021 10:13, Tim Lamb wrote:
For some time now, attempts to highlight unwanted text in newsgroup
replies etc. using *left click and scrolling* with a mouse have been
very flaky.
W7 pro and grubby mouse pad.
Have things moved on? Is it my tackle?

Probably.

Yes. Dirt.

Is there a keyboard alternative to check the operation?

Try Shift-cursor keys

That's the kiddy! I left higher education around the time local computer
services came on the scene so missed any useful keyboard training.

New mouse pad is the answer.

Thanks all.

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Tim Lamb