5 Ways to Stop Static From Turning Your Hard Mousepad Into a Dust Magnet

Use a lightly damp microfiber cloth Wiping the pad with a barely damp cloth discharges the static buildup instantly. Let it dry completely before using your mouse again.

Try an anti-static spray or dryer sheet A quick wipe with a dryer sheet or a light mist of anti-static spray neutralizes the charge. Reapply every few days as needed.

Switch to a cloth mousepad Cloth pads bleed off static through their fibers instead of holding the charge. Hard plastic and glass surfaces are the worst offenders.

Run a humidifier in the room Dry air from heaters or arid climates makes static worse. A small humidifier adds moisture that helps dissipate charges naturally.

Accept you can’t stop physics Static will always build up in low humidity. Regular cleaning is the only permanent fix for a hard pad in a dry environment.