Cursor Positioning in Auto Clicker
🎯 Precise Click Positioning
Control exactly where your automated clicks occur using two flexible positioning methods: current cursor location or exact pixel coordinates.
Positioning Methods
📍 Current Location Mode (Default)
How it Works: Clicks at wherever your mouse cursor is positioned when you start automation
Advantages:
- Quick and intuitive setup
- Visual positioning – see where you’ll click
- Perfect for interactive targeting
- No coordinate calculation needed
Best For: Dynamic targeting, one-time setups, testing
🗺️ Pick Location Mode
How it Works: Clicks at exact X,Y pixel coordinates you specify
Advantages:
- Pixel-perfect accuracy
- Repeatable exact positioning
- Automated coordinate targeting
- Multi-monitor support
Best For: Automation scripts, precise targeting, batch operations
Using Current Location Mode
- Select Mode: Choose the “Current location” radio button (default)
- Configure Settings: Set your desired click interval and options
- Position Mouse: Move your cursor to exactly where you want clicks to occur
- Start Automation: Press your hotkey (F6) or click Start button
- Verify Position: Observe first few clicks to confirm correct location
💡 Current Location Tips
- Position your cursor precisely before starting
- Consider using visual markers or guides for accuracy
- Test with a few clicks before long automation sessions
- Remember that cursor position is captured at start time
Using Pick Location Mode
- Select Mode: Choose the “Pick location” radio button
- Find Coordinates: Determine the X,Y coordinates of your target
- Enter X Coordinate: Input the horizontal position (pixels from left edge)
- Enter Y Coordinate: Input the vertical position (pixels from top edge)
- Verify Settings: Double-check coordinates for accuracy
- Start Automation: Begin clicking at the specified coordinates
Understanding the Coordinate System
Screen Coordinate System: – Origin Point: Top-left corner of your primary monitor (0,0) – X-Axis: Increases moving RIGHT across the screen – Y-Axis: Increases moving DOWN the screen – Units: Pixels – Range: 0 to your screen resolution (e.g., 1920×1080) Example Positions: – Top-left corner: X=0, Y=0 – Top-right corner: X=1919, Y=0 (on 1920px wide screen) – Center of 1920×1080 screen: X=960, Y=540 – Bottom-right corner: X=1919, Y=1079
Finding Coordinates
🛠️ Method 1: Windows Built-in Tools
- Use Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch
- Take a screenshot of your screen
- Open in Paint or image editor
- Hover over desired location
- Note coordinates in status bar
📐 Method 2: Coordinate Finder Tools
- Download a coordinate finder utility
- Run the tool
- Hover over your target location
- Read real-time coordinates
- Record the X,Y values
🎯 Method 3: Trial and Adjustment
- Estimate coordinates based on screen size
- Enter estimated values
- Test with short automation session
- Adjust coordinates based on results
- Repeat until accurate
Common Coordinate Examples
Screen Resolution | Center Point | Top-Right | Bottom-Left | Bottom-Right |
---|---|---|---|---|
1920×1080 (Full HD) | 960, 540 | 1919, 0 | 0, 1079 | 1919, 1079 |
1366×768 (Laptop) | 683, 384 | 1365, 0 | 0, 767 | 1365, 767 |
2560×1440 (2K) | 1280, 720 | 2559, 0 | 0, 1439 | 2559, 1439 |
3840×2160 (4K) | 1920, 1080 | 3839, 0 | 0, 2159 | 3839, 2159 |
Multi-Monitor Considerations
⚠️ Multiple Monitor Setup
When using multiple monitors, coordinates extend beyond your primary screen:
- Primary Monitor: Usually coordinates 0,0 to screen resolution
- Secondary Monitors: Coordinates continue from primary screen edge
- Example: Two 1920px monitors side-by-side: second monitor starts at X=1920
- Testing: Always test coordinates in your specific multi-monitor setup
Positioning Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
---|---|---|
Clicks go to wrong location | Incorrect coordinates | Re-verify coordinates using coordinate finder |
Clicks outside screen | Coordinates exceed screen resolution | Check max values: X < screen width, Y < screen height |
Position changes after app restart | Using current location mode | Switch to pick location mode for consistent positioning |
Multi-monitor confusion | Extended desktop coordinates | Map out your monitor arrangement and coordinate system |
Best Practices
✅ For Beginners
- Start with “Current location” mode
- Test positioning with safe applications first
- Use longer intervals while learning
- Practice on your desktop or in Notepad
🎯 For Precision Work
- Use “Pick location” mode for exact targeting
- Document coordinates for repeated use
- Test coordinates before long automation
- Consider screen scaling settings
🔄 For Automation Scripts
- Always use coordinate mode for consistency
- Test on same resolution where you’ll deploy
- Create coordinate maps for complex workflows
- Include position verification in your process