Mouse.release()
Description
Sends a message that a previously pressed button (invoked through Mouse.press()) is released. Mouse.release() defaults to the left button.
Syntax
Mouse.release()
Mouse.release(button)
Parameters
button: which mouse button to press. Allowed data types: char.
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MOUSE_LEFT(default) -
MOUSE_RIGHT -
MOUSE_MIDDLE
Returns
Nothing
Example Code
#include <Mouse.h>
void setup() {
//The switch that will initiate the Mouse press
pinMode(2, INPUT);
//The switch that will terminate the Mouse press
pinMode(3, INPUT);
//initiate the Mouse library
Mouse.begin();
}
void loop() {
//if the switch attached to pin 2 is closed, press and hold the left mouse button
if (digitalRead(2) == HIGH) {
Mouse.press();
}
//if the switch attached to pin 3 is closed, release the left mouse button
if (digitalRead(3) == HIGH) {
Mouse.release();
}
}
Notes and Warnings
When you use the Mouse.release() command, the Arduino takes over your mouse! Make sure you have control before you use the command. A pushbutton to toggle the mouse control state is effective.
See also
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LANGUAGE Mouse.click()
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LANGUAGE Mouse.end()
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LANGUAGE Mouse.move()
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LANGUAGE Mouse.press()
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LANGUAGE Mouse.isPressed()