DOS Applications Running in a Window Can't Use a Mouse (88424)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 3.0
  • Microsoft Windows 3.0a
This article was previously published under Q88424

SUMMARY

Windows versions 3.0 and 3.0a do not support using a mouse in an MS-DOS-based application running in a window.

WORKAROUND

  • Upgrade to Windows 3.1, which supports this functionality.
  • Run the MS-DOS-based application in full-screen mode to use the mouse.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/7/2005
Keywords:KB88424
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