Mouse Spin Test
Spin your mouse in circles around the center point. Measure your max RPM and check for tracking consistency.
Double-click inside the circle or press Start to begin
What is a Mouse Spin-Out?
A spin-out occurs when a mouse sensor loses track of the surface during a very fast movement, causing the cursor to fly wildly in a random direction (usually looking straight up or down in-game).
This typically happens with older or budget gaming mice when you flick the mouse faster than its "Max Tracking Speed" (measured in IPS - Inches Per Second) can handle.
How to Test for Spin-Outs
- Place your mouse in the center of your mousepad.
- Click the test area above to capture your cursor.
- Slam or flick your mouse as fast as you can to the left or right.
- If the on-screen arrow follows your movement seamlessly, your sensor is good. If it glitches, jumps, or stops moving, your sensor might be spinning out.
Pro Tips
- Mousepad Surface: Optical sensors track best on uniform, non-reflective surfaces. A dirty or multi-colored mousepad can cause tracking errors even on good mice.
- LOD Settings: If your mouse supports it, increasing the "Lift-Off Distance" can sometimes fix spin-outs on uneven surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my mouse spin out?
It could be a dirty sensor lens, a bad mousepad surface (too reflective), or simply an outdated sensor with low max tracking speed (IPS).
What is a good IPS speed?
Modern gaming sensors usually have 400+ IPS, which is humanly impossible to spin out. Older office mice might have 30-60 IPS, which spins out easily during gaming flicks.
Does the Tilt Slam test work here?
Yes. Try tilting your mouse slightly (lifting one side) while flicking. Some sensors fail to track when the lift-off distance varies rapidly.