In message , Andy
writes
In message , Tim Lamb
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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?

Can't see from here...

Is there a keyboard alternative to check the operation?

Mouse click to start of unwanted text; Control Shift & hold; then
select words with right arrow.

Ok Andy. Dirty/worn pad is the cause of the problem.

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Tim Lamb