[Fixed] Right Click Not Responding or Working on Windows 10

Windows 10 Right Click Not Working

In Windows 10, some users experience an issue where the right click button suddenly stops working, preventing the context menu from appearing. This renders the usual right-click functionality, such as accessing properties options, unavailable.

The issue of the left click not working on a specific zone is puzzling, especially since other navigation zones are functioning correctly. Despite no clear explanation for this problem, some workarounds have been found to be effective in resolving the issue.

If your right-click feature is not working, there are several fixes and solutions you can try. Firstly, ensure that your mouse is properly connected and functioning correctly.

Quick Fixes to "Right Click Not Working" Error

Try these simple tips below first.

Fix 1. Try Restarting Your Computer or Laptop

You can restart your computer or laptop to see if the problem is resolved.

Fix 2. Use Your Antivirus Program to Detect the Virus

The virus can be a significant factor in some cases, so it's essential to rule it out as a cause.

Fix 3. Clear Junk and Repair the Registry

I recommend clearing your junk files and corrupted registries using Qiling Partition Master Free, a software fully compatible with Windows 10/8/7. You can download it for free and start cleaning junk files right away.

Fix 4. Check the Mouse

If your mouse's right-click isn't working, try plugging it into another laptop or desktop to see if it functions properly. If you have a wireless mouse, replace its batteries with fresh ones. Alternatively, you can check the hardware with the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter in Windows 10.

To check the hardware and devices connected to your Windows computer, click the "Cortana" button on the taskbar and type 'hardware and devices' in the search box. This will open the Device Manager, where you can view and manage the hardware and devices connected to your computer.
Select "Find" and fix problems with devices.
Press the "Next" button to scan. The troubleshooter will report any detected hardware and device issues back to you with a list from which you can select devices to fix. Once the scan is complete, you can review the list of issues and choose which ones to address. This process helps identify and resolve hardware and device problems, potentially improving system performance and stability.
Select your mouse if it's listed, and press the "Next" button.

Advanced Solutions to Fix Right Click Not Responding on Windows 10

If none of the tips above work, you can try one of the following solutions.

Solution 1. Repair Corrupted System Files

System file corruption may cause various problems, including the failure to right-click, and the detailed information on how to resolve this issue can be found in the article "How to Repair Missing Or Corrupted System Files in Windows 10".

Before repairing missing or corrupted system files, back up your data to prevent potential data loss.

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Qiling is a free software that allows you to backup your files, clone your hard drive, or backup your Windows 10 with ease.

Step 1.Launch Qiling Backup and click "Tools" at the top tab, where you can see clone and other utilities.

Step 2.Choose the source disk or partition that you want to clone, and make sure the target disk has enough space to hold the contents of the source disk or partition. Make sure the target disk has enough space to hold the contents of the source disk or partition. Make sure the target disk has enough space to hold the contents of the source disk or partition. Make sure the target disk has enough space to hold the contents of the source disk or partition.

Step 3.If you clone a target disk or partition, all data on it will be permanently deleted. If you have backed up your data beforehand, you can proceed with the clone. Otherwise, the process will result in data loss.

Step 4. Click "Proceed" to start cloning.

Solution 2. Switch off Tablet Mode

The right-If the click button doesn't work in Tablet Mode, try disabling it to see if that resolves the issue.

press "Windows + A"
Open the "Action Center"
Click to switch Tablet Mode off.

Solution 3. Restart Windows File Explorer

If you're experiencing issues with right-clicking on files, try restarting the Explorer process in the Task Manager to resolve the problem.
Open "Task Manager"
Click the "Processes" tab in Task Manager
Select "Windows Explorer" and press its "Restart" button

Solution 4. Update the Driver

Press "Windows key and X", then choose "Device Manager"
To access the touchpad settings, go to Settings > Devices and click on the option "Mice and other pointing devices". From there, right-click on your computer/laptop/touchpad drive to expand the options. Note that the exact steps may vary depending on your operating system, but this should give you a general idea of how to access the touchpad settings on Windows 10.
Then go to the "Driver" tab, choose Update Driver… option
Wait for the process to end and try to right click again