Head movement becomes cursor movement
For anyone who wants to use a computer without hands.
How It Works
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Install & sign in
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Grant permissions
When your operating system asks.
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Control the cursor
Move your head. The cursor follows.
Processed on your device
Basic usage
From a steady cursor to the right action: use head movements to navigate links, buttons and content.
Dwell click
One target. A brief pause.
Move the cursor onto the button you want and keep it still. The ring around the cursor shows the remaining dwell time. Once it fills, the click is triggered.
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Find your target
Use head movements to move the cursor onto a link or button.
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Pause briefly
Stay on the target while the ring fills.
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Adjust the timing
Choose a dwell time in settings that suits your pace.
Click modes and actions
Clicker buttons
The right action for each task.
The square Clicker button opens the action list. Choose an action before moving to the element you want to use.
Click modes and actions at a glance
- Click
- Activates the targeted element with a single click.
- Double click
- Opens elements that require a double click.
- Right click
- Opens the context menu for the targeted element.
- Drag
- Moves an element or selects an area.
- Copy & paste
- Copies selected content and inserts it at the destination.
- Keyboard
- Text entry with an on-screen keyboard is planned as an upcoming feature.
System requirements
A webcam is enough for the Windows version currently available. No additional specialist hardware is required.
- Operating system
- Windows 10 or later, 64-bit
- Processor
- Intel Core i3 (8th gen) or equivalent
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Webcam
- 720p, 30 fps
- Disk space
- 150 MB
- Internet
- Required for initial sign-in
More questions
How can I use a computer without my hands?
nobaMouse uses head movements captured by a webcam to guide the cursor. Head-tracking processing runs on your device.
Where can hands-free cursor control fit?
It can be explored for personal computer use, accessible workplaces, and occupational therapy or rehabilitation settings. The right fit depends on the person, equipment, and workflow.
Can I control a Windows PC with head movements?
Yes. nobaMouse for Windows is available now. macOS is in development and close to release; Linux is planned for later on the roadmap.
Who develops nobaMouse?
nobaMouse is developed in France by NOBATECH SAS. Webcam input and head tracking are processed on-device.
What equipment do I need?
A webcam captures your head movements. No additional specialist hardware is required.
How does beta access work?
No payment is requested during beta. The license renews automatically while beta remains open. You will receive at least 30 days’ notice before paid access begins. Beta users are eligible for the first month free at launch; any applicable agreements appear in the access flow.
When something does not work
The cursor does not move
- Check that your webcam is recognised: open the system tray icon → Diagnostics → Camera test. You should see a live feed.
- Check that nobaMouse has the requested permissions, the camera is unobstructed and your head stays in frame.
Cursor movement is jittery or erratic
- Increase the smoothing value in profile settings.
- Reduce background movement: avoid placing the webcam near a window with changing light conditions.
- Try improving the lighting in your environment — even, diffuse light gives the tracking algorithm the most reliable signal.
Dwell clicks are not registering
- Check the dwell duration setting — a very short duration (below 0.5 s) can cause accidental clicks; a very long one may feel unresponsive.
- Ensure the dwell radius (the amount of cursor movement that resets the timer) is not set too small.
Help that moves you forward.
The Support area in your account keeps your requests and replies together. You can also contact us by email.
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Open a ticket
Sign in to your account, open “Support” and choose “New ticket”. Enter a subject and message.
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Describe the issue
Include your nobaMouse version, operating system and the steps where the problem occurs. Describe what you expected to happen.
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Follow the conversation
Open your ticket to see its status and conversation. Use “Add reply” to send more information. Once the issue is resolved, mark the ticket as solved.