To move the computer cursor so that it rests over a particular element on a screen, often triggering a tooltip, highlight, or preview.
Move your mouse so the pointer is on top of something on the screen, without clicking.
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To position the computer cursor over an element on a screen so as to trigger a visual response such as a tooltip, highlight, or dropdown, without clicking.
"Mouse over the icon to see a description of what that button does."
To pass the mouse over something — largely transparent in the digital context.
Move your mouse so the pointer is on top of something on the screen, without clicking.
A standard term in web design, UX writing, and everyday computing. Also written as 'mouseover' (noun/adjective). Very common in digital instructions and tutorials.
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
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