Most people don't think much about repositioning their mouse—it becomes second nature. But considerable technology enables seamless repositioning. All optical mice feature a “lift-off distance” (LOD): the height above your mousepad at which the optical sensor stops tracking your movements, preventing the cursor from moving while you reposition. Designing a gaming mouse would be simpler if one lift-off distance worked for everyone, but variables matter. The ideal setting depends on your mousepad surface, grip style, muscle memory, and preferences for other settings like...