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This study developed adaptive mouse settings software for individuals with physical impairments. The tool significantly improved computer pointing performance, reducing trial time by 29.3% for enhanced productivity and comfort.

Keywords:

accessibility assistive technology computer access evaluation study mouse physical impairment

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Experimental Assessment of Mouse Sociability Using an Automated Image Processing Approach

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Area of Science:

Assistive Technology
Human-Computer Interaction
Rehabilitation Engineering

Background:

Computer accessibility is crucial for individuals with physical impairments.
Standard mouse settings often do not meet the unique needs of users with upper extremity impairments.
Optimizing pointing device configuration can enhance computer usability and user productivity.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a software tool for automatic configuration of mouse and pointing devices.
To improve computer task productivity and user comfort for individuals with physical impairments.
To personalize Windows mouse settings based on individual user activity and needs.

Main Methods:

Development of a prototype software tool to monitor user activity during computer tasks.
Recommendation of personalized Windows mouse settings based on monitored user performance.
Evaluation of the software with twelve individuals with upper extremity impairments.

Main Results:

Recommended mouse settings significantly improved pointing performance in users with upper extremity impairments.
A significant improvement was observed in trial time, entries, and error-free trials at the 0.05 significance level.
Average trial time decreased by 29.3% with the software-recommended settings, indicating a strong positive effect.

Conclusions:

The developed software effectively determines appropriate mouse settings for individuals with physical impairments.
Personalized mouse configurations lead to significant enhancements in pointing performance and computer task efficiency.
This adaptive software holds potential for improving computer accessibility and user experience for a diverse range of users.