DOS Applications Running in a Window Can't Use a Mouse

ID: Q88424


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows versions 3.0, 3.0a


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.


Additional query words: 3.00 3.00a

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Version : WINDOWS:3.0,3.0a
Platform : WINDOWS
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Last Reviewed: October 28, 1999
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