Annoying Mouse Wheel lag when scrolling Firefox

[jbradshaw77]

I even got it right now when I tried to scroll down a tiny bit to this text box. I scroll all the time with the mouse wheel, probably around 90% of the time, and it's very frustrating when it actually doesn't do anything. I've had times where I've just sat there and scrolled for about an entire second, and the page just sits there. I never had this problem in XP, and it is not the mouse going bad, or the mouse wheel going bad. It doesn't matter if I "spin" the wheel as fast as I can, or just move it one groove down. Sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn't.

It's a Logitech MX518, and I've installed all the drivers for it from the website.

The lag becomes very apparent if there is some sort of animation on the screen, particularly flash, however, even these small animations to the right (the smiles emoticons) seem to lag it, if that has anything to do with it.

Any ideas?

Thanks,
J

 

[richc46]

As a starting point, go to control panel, then mouse. Select the speed etc, that suits you best.

 

[jbradshaw77]

Hello and thank you for replying so promptly to my post,

It was currently set on 3. I took it down to 1 (which is far too low for what I need), then to 2, and then to 3, and now there does not appear to be any lag when I'm scrolling. Perhaps somehow that fixed it! Let's hope it retains. I'll post back if it does not.

Thanks again,
J

 

[jbradshaw77]

Well, unfortunately my problem is not solved. I have now come to realize that it isn't just in Firefox - it's anywhere I try to scroll, even when I use my mousewheel to scroll through weapons in a video game. It's *very* annoying, and quite noticeable.

Any ideas?
Thanks,
J

 

[richc46]

Go to tools at the top of IE page...Internet options.....advanced....browsing....check allow smooth scrolling or similar for your situation. Hope this helps.

 

[jbradshaw77]

Thanks for replying Richard.

The title of the post specifically states that the problem is in Firefox, and my followup reply indicated that this problem is throughout the computer. Regardless, I opened Advanced options in IE as you suggested, and smooth scrolling was already checked. I don't think it will have any impact on how the mousewheel interacts with Windows.

Any other ideas?

Thanks,
J

 

[richc46]

I am familiar with IE, so I used the IE example there should be something similar in FF. Try this too.
Change the Speed of Mousewheel Scrolling in Firefox - PC World

or this

http://www.bizzntech.com/2008/06/19/how-to-fix-choppy-scrolling-in-firefox-3

 

[Ch@n]

@Richard
the thread starter has identified the mouse lag is not only with FF or browsers. Its happening always.

@jbradshaw77
did u try with any other mouse, a spare one if u hv?

 

[jbradshaw77]

Thank you both for the help.

There do not appear to be any problems scrolling with a ps2 mouse with mousewheel. Everything is quite smooth. I unfortunately do not have a usb mouse with mousewheel to try.

J

 

[Ch@n]

in that case, uninstal the logitech drivers completely, restart with the mouse connected and let windows choose the best one.

 

[jbradshaw77]

The problem originated with a fresh install of Windows 7 -- the case was still apparent with the stock drivers. Installing the logitech drivers made no difference.

*EDIT* I have turned off Windows AERO, and am noticing an immediate improvement with scrolling. I'll reply back in a day or two with an update. Let's hope this lasts - at least maybe we've narrowed the culprit down.

 

[Ch@n]

Is the video adapter the culprit then?

 

[jbradshaw77]

I had definitely thought about that. However, I certainly have no issues with the games I play. I have an EVGA GTX260. The lag just seems to be very mousewheel specific. If I manually scroll a page up and down using the sidebar (regardless of Aero), it's very smooth.

Still good on scrolling without the Aero turned on. But, I see what you mean - since Aero simply uses more graphics processing, it's possible that it isn't necessarily Aero that is the problem. I'll have to hop on some games tomorrow, and post an update.

J

 

[jbradshaw77]

Well, as far as I know, this issue is now resolved. Thank you guys so much for the prompt and helpful suggestions.

I ended up taking the damn thing apart and removing whatever gunk I could see near the mousewheel area. After cleaning it as much as I could, I put it back together, and the problem has now seemed to have vanished.

The timing of the glitch really made troubleshooting a nuisance, as it happened RIGHT when I upgraded to Windows 7. So, I automatically assumed Windows 7 was to blame. It wasn't until I moved the mouse to another computer that I discovered the same problem while scrolling up and down on a particular page.

For anyone that might be looking for a solution to this sort of problem, hopefully this post shall serve as your beacon of hope.

I was also aided visually by the photos posted in the following thread at Tech Support Forum:
Anyone opened up a Logitech MX518 Mouse? - Tech Support Forum

Again, thank you guys for the help!

Best wishes,
J

 

[richc46]

Well, as far as I know, this issue is now resolved. Thank you guys so much for the prompt and helpful suggestions.

I ended up taking the damn thing apart and removing whatever gunk I could see near the mousewheel area. After cleaning it as much as I could, I put it back together, and the problem has now seemed to have vanished.

The timing of the glitch really made troubleshooting a nuisance, as it happened RIGHT when I upgraded to Windows 7. So, I automatically assumed Windows 7 was to blame. It wasn't until I moved the mouse to another computer that I discovered the same problem while scrolling up and down on a particular page.

For anyone that might be looking for a solution to this sort of problem, hopefully this post shall serve as your beacon of hope.

I was also aided visually by the photos posted in the following thread at Tech Support Forum:
Anyone opened up a Logitech MX518 Mouse? - Tech Support Forum

Again, thank you guys for the help!

Best wishes,
J

Just glad that you worked it out. Come back any time to use our expertise or to share yours. Good luck

 

[PinkRayneDrop]

Go to Set point settings & untick smooth scrolling. DO the same on Firefox as well. Problem solved.

 

[boohbah]

the OP stated the problem had extended to the rest of windows, not just the browsers.
then he reported back over three and a half years ago
that he had cleaned the mouse and the issue was resolved.
"if you aint fast you're last"

 

[PinkRayneDrop]

I just figured cause I was having this problem often enough & that Google searches kept bringing me back here that it was still relevant today :huh:

I know he said it was solved, but then I guess a simple solution was also need for people who happen to come here.