Scroll Test

How the Scroll Test Works

The scroll test counts every scroll your mouse wheel sends while your pointer is over the box, then divides by the test length to give scrolls per second. It counts up and down scrolls separately, so you can check both directions.

On most mice, each notch you feel on the wheel sends one scroll. A trackpad or a free-spinning wheel sends many small scrolls instead, so its score is much higher and can’t be compared with a notched wheel.

Check Your Scroll Wheel

Scroll slowly, one notch at a time, and watch the count. Each notch should add exactly one. If the count jumps by two, stays still, or a down scroll counts as up, the wheel’s sensor is dirty or worn. That’s the same fault that makes pages jump back up or weapons switch the wrong way in games.

Scroll Speed in Games

Some players bind actions to the scroll wheel because it fires faster than clicking. In Minecraft, binding jump to the wheel is a known trick for bunny hopping and parkour, and in shooters the wheel often switches weapons. A fast, reliable wheel helps with both.

Tips for a Higher Score

• Use your fingertip, not the pad. Short flicks with the tip of your finger turn the wheel fastest.
• Pick one direction. Flicking in one direction is quicker than going back and forth.
• Switch on free-spin if your mouse has it. The wheel keeps spinning after you flick it, which sends far more scrolls.

Frequently Asked Questions