How to use this test
- Set chatter threshold (default 80ms).
- Click steadily inside test box at normal single-click speed.
- Watch click log table for any red 'Fast Chatter' flags.
- Review total single clicks versus accidental double-click count.
How to understand your result
Looks good: All click intervals exceeded chatter thresholds; no unintentional double clicks observed.
Issue observed: Multiple click events recorded under 80ms, indicating mechanical switch degradation.
Troubleshooting: what to try next
- Mechanical microswitches oxidize over time causing contact bounce.
- Clean switch with electronic contact cleaner or replace physical mouse switch.
What this test cannot tell you
Operating system double-click speed slider affects OS folder opening, but this test measures raw physical switch intervals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mechanical microswitches use metal leaf springs that degrade over millions of clicks, causing electrical contact bounce.
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Last Reviewed: 2026-10-17 • Test Method: performance.now() click timestamp delta logging with threshold classifier • How We Test