Using a keyboard and mouse on Android has been possible for quite some time. However, developers often do not provide much support for this usage pattern, making it difficult to find some information, such as the mouse polling rate on this operating system.
For example, on Windows, you can simply search for "polling rate test" in any browser and find a list of available websites where you can drag the pointer in a specific area, and the site will calculate the exact polling rate in operation.
Unfortunately, most of these sites that measure the polling rate on Windows do not work correctly in Android browsers, which limits the experience for those who want to access this information.
However, if you want to discover the polling rate of your mouse on an Android device, you’re in the right place. Below we provide step-by-step instructions on how to do this easily and practically so you can optimize your usage experience.
1. Installing the Necessary App
The app we need to use to check the mouse event registration is Touch Sample Rate Test. Although it's intended for measuring touch events, it also works for measuring the mouse update rate.
The app is available for free on the Google Play Store. You can search for the name or click here to install it.
2. How to Perform the Test
After installing the app, open it and make circular movements with the mouse pointer in the center of the screen. If the text "Input Type: MOUSE" appears, it means the app is correctly recognizing the mouse.
3. Analyzing the Results
Input Event Invoke Rate: Usually shows the screen refresh rate, so we can ignore this.
All Historical Movement Rate: Displays records of hardware event frequency; The highest number that appears and repeats will indicate the mouse's polling rate.
Average: Shows the average of all events recorded in hertz (Hz).
4. Notes
The polling rate of a mouse can vary depending on several factors, including the processing power of the Android device and the mouse's own settings.
Currently, there are no mouse software available for Android. Therefore, if you want to change the polling rate or other settings, you will need to use a Windows, Linux, or Mac device.
By following this step-by-step guide, you can measure the update rate of any mouse or anything that interacts with the pointer on Android. If you have any further questions, feel free to leave a comment below.