Plug in your Xbox controller and control the cursor from the couch. Controller as Mouse turns any gamepad into a fully functional mouse on Windows 11—no configuration files, no accounts, completely free.
Windows 11 doesn't natively map controllers to the cursor. If you're gaming from your couch, presenting from across the room, or need one-handed control due to accessibility needs, a gamepad beats reaching for a mouse. Controller as Mouse does exactly that: the left stick moves your cursor, the triggers and buttons handle clicks and scrolling, and everything works across the entire desktop—browsers, media players, any window.
The tool works with Xbox controllers (including Xbox Series X|S pads), PlayStation DualShock 4, DualSense, and most XInput gamepads. Connect the controller via USB or wireless receiver, and you're ready to go. No vendor drivers, no special software—just the controller and Windows 11.
Controller as Mouse reads your gamepad input and moves the system cursor. The left stick has an acceleration curve built in—move it slightly near the center for precision, push it to the edge for speed. The right stick scrolls vertically and horizontally. Press **A** or **RT** to left-click, **X** for right-click, **R3** (right-stick press) for middle-click. Hold **LT** to slow down the cursor when you need precision work.
The mapping repeats standard keyboard and mouse input—nothing proprietary gets sent to your system, so it behaves like a regular input device. You can toggle the entire mapping on and off with **Start + Back** on the pad or **Ctrl + Alt + M** on the keyboard, useful if you're switching between gaming and desktop use.
Unlike older controller-to-mouse tools, you don't edit text files. Controller as Mouse has sliders built into the interface: adjust Cursor Speed, Scroll Speed, Deadzone, and Acceleration by dragging—changes apply instantly. If you pull the LT trigger, you can fine-tune the cursor movement proportionally.
Save multiple profiles as presets. The app includes 'Couch / Media', 'Precision', and 'Left-handed' profiles, and you can create your own. Left-handed mode swaps the sticks so you can drive everything with your left hand. Profiles live in your Windows user folder and sync if you enable 'Start with Windows'—the app launches minimized to the tray each time you log in.
Controller as Mouse moves the actual Windows cursor and sends standard keyboard/mouse input. Many games don't detect cursor movement as aim input. For gaming, check your game's settings or use a gamepad natively if the game supports it. The app is designed for desktop and media control, not competitive gaming aim.
Yes. The app is 100% offline—no internet required, no cloud, no accounts.
Xbox controllers (all generations), PlayStation DualShock 4 and DualSense, and most XInput/DirectInput gamepads. Connect via USB or wireless receiver.
No. It reads controllers using SDL2's standard API and moves the cursor with Windows' built-in SendInput function. No kernel drivers, no low-level hooks.
Yes. Tick 'Start with Windows' in the settings, and the app launches minimized to the system tray when you log in. You can toggle it on and off from the tray menu.
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