getmouse - Linux
Overview
getmouse is a command-line tool that provides detailed information about the mouse input device connected to the system. It gathers data on its properties, configuration, and current status.
Syntax
getmouse [options]
Options/Flags
- -d, –device DEVICE: Specify a specific mouse device to retrieve information for. Default: /dev/input/mouse0.
- -v, –verbose: Enable verbose output, displaying additional details about the device and its settings.
- -h, –help: Display this help message and exit.
- -V, –version: Display version information and exit.
Examples
Get basic mouse information:
$ getmouse
Get verbose output for a specific device:
$ getmouse -v -d /dev/input/mouse1
Retrieve mouse coordinates and button status in a loop:
while getmouse -d /dev/input/mouse0; do :; done
Common Issues
Device not found:
- Ensure that the mouse device is properly connected and detected by the system.
- Verify that you have proper permissions to access the device file or specify the correct device name using the
-d
option.
Unexpected behavior:
- Check if other applications or scripts are interfering with mouse input.
- Reset the mouse settings using the appropriate system tools or device drivers.
Integration
Combine with xinput:
Getmouse can be used in conjunction with xinput to fine-tune mouse settings:
xinput --list-props "Logitech MX Master 3" | getmouse -
Integrate with scripts:
Capture mouse events and process them in a script:
#!/bin/bash
while getmouse -d /dev/input/mouse1 | grep -q button; do
# Perform actions based on button press
done
Related Commands
- xinput: Configure and manage input devices.
- evtest: Test and monitor input device events.