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Mouse recommendation for Allegro use

gbejby
gbejby over 5 years ago

Hello everyone,

I apologize if this is not the right forum to use for this post.

I was wondering if anyone can suggest a specific mouse manufacturer/brand that is best for using with Allegro. I use Allegro 70+ hours a week and I am looking for a type of mouse that helps relief the stress off of my wrist and thumb. My hands are large which puts a lot of stress and strain on my hand and fingers when the mouse size is not proportional.

I tried so many mice but no luck. I also searched online for the best PC mice for CAD engineers and that did not lead anywhere.

So any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

gbej

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    Wild over 5 years ago

    Way back when before the wonderfull software gurus broke the functionality (15.7 -> 16.x), I used the large trackball from Kenisington.  Used this trackball for about 12 yrs, never hand a hand issue.  When I switched over to the mouse, I developed carpal tunnel - took about 6 yrs.  Howver, you want a recommendation:  The best I had was a Logictech GX500 (model number maybe off - from memory) which has been discontinued.  Now I have found that the Razer Deather Adder Elite works best for me.  Good DPI, resizable DPI on the fly, and quite comfortable.  However there is a downside, the center mouse becomes an issue after a year or so of use.  I find the wheel click feature with click when I am zooming and  also mounting rod on the mouse wheel breaks after a year or so of use.  So to avoid having to find a new one, II stock up on these, have about 4 in my cabinet Slight smile  I hope this helps!

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    Wild over 5 years ago

    Way back when before the wonderfull software gurus broke the functionality (15.7 -> 16.x), I used the large trackball from Kenisington.  Used this trackball for about 12 yrs, never hand a hand issue.  When I switched over to the mouse, I developed carpal tunnel - took about 6 yrs.  Howver, you want a recommendation:  The best I had was a Logictech GX500 (model number maybe off - from memory) which has been discontinued.  Now I have found that the Razer Deather Adder Elite works best for me.  Good DPI, resizable DPI on the fly, and quite comfortable.  However there is a downside, the center mouse becomes an issue after a year or so of use.  I find the wheel click feature with click when I am zooming and  also mounting rod on the mouse wheel breaks after a year or so of use.  So to avoid having to find a new one, II stock up on these, have about 4 in my cabinet Slight smile  I hope this helps!

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