Stop Going Idle! Use This Python Mouse Tickle Script to Stay Active
Stay Active & Productive with this Mouse Mover Script!
Tired of getting logged out from your computer during those lengthy downloads, big data transfers, or when you simply need your Slack and Outlook to show you as active? This handy Python script automatically wiggles your mouse at custom intervals—so you can keep your session alive and never appear “Away” again!
⭐ What’s in this Video?
• Overview: A walkthrough on how the script works and how to customize it.
• Use Cases: Keep your Slack/Outlook status green, avoid screen lock during large downloads, or prevent your PC from sleeping when you step away.
• Setup: Step-by-step instructions for installing, running, and customizing the script on your own machine.
🔗 GitHub Repository
https://github.com/CJIMENZ/mouse-jiggler/b...
Check out the full script and source code on GitHub:
Mouse Tickle (mouse_tickler.py)
How to Clone the Repo
1. Open your terminal or command prompt. I recommend Cursor.
2. Navigate to the folder where you want the script to live:
cd path/to/your/folder (automatically there with cursor).
3. Clone the repository with:
git clone https://github.com/CJIMENZ/mouse-jiggler.git
4. Go into the newly created folder:
cd mouse-jiggler
5. Install any required Python packages (e.g., pyautogui):
pip install pyautogui
6. Run the script:
python mouse_tickler.py
🔗 Gist Link
https://gist.github.com/CJIMENZ/2d98dcbe0b...
For a quick look or to grab just the raw code, check out the GitHub Gist:
Mouse Tickle Gist
How to Run Directly from the Gist
1. Go to the Gist link above.
2. Click “Raw” to open the pure code view.
3. Copy and paste the code into a file on your local machine (e.g., mouse_tickler.py).
4. From your terminal, navigate to where you saved the file:
cd path/to/your/file
5. Install any needed Python packages:
pip install pyautogui
6. Run the script:
python mouse_tickler.py
⚙️ How the Script Works
• Interval Setting: You can type any number of seconds you wish for the mouse to move.
• Countdown: A helpful countdown shows when the next jiggle will happen.
• Stopwatch: Keep track of how long the script has been running at a glance.
🙋 FAQ
1. Will this affect my work if I’m using the mouse?
• The script only nudges your mouse in small increments, and you can stop it anytime.
2. Do I need Administrator privileges?
• Usually no. Just make sure you have Python 3 installed.
3. I’m on macOS—why isn’t it working?
• macOS may require extra accessibility permissions for PyAutoGUI. Go to System Settings → Security & Privacy → Accessibility to grant permission.
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If you need help installing python check this video out.
• How to install Python 3.12.0 on Windows 10
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