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Two-finger alternatingButterfly Click Test
Butterfly clicking means resting two fingers on the same button and tapping them alternately. It is the quickest way most people break 15 CPS.
- Left
- 5.00
- Count
- 0
- CPS
- 0.00
How it works
- 1.
Index and middle
Place both fingers on the left button, one slightly ahead of the other, and let them take turns.
- 2.
Start short
Use three or five seconds while the rhythm is new; longer rounds just reward sloppy timing.
- 3.
Check your mouse
Some mice have debounce delays that merge rapid presses. If your score plateaus sharply, that may be why.
Rank scale
CPS18+ CPS14–18 CPS10–14 CPS7–10 CPS4–7 CPS0–4 CPSQuestions
- Is butterfly clicking allowed on servers?
- It depends on the server. Some cap CPS or ban double-click-prone mice, so check the rules where you play.
- Will it damage my mouse?
- Rapid clicking wears switches faster, like any heavy use. Keep practice sessions short.
Notes on this test
About this test
Butterfly clicking means resting two fingers, usually index and middle, on the same button and tapping them alternately. This test counts every left-button press on the dial so you can see how well your two-finger rhythm works.
Reading your result
Many people reach 14 to 18 CPS once the rhythm is even. Scores depend heavily on the mouse: a wide, light button helps, and a mouse with a long debounce may merge presses that arrive very close together. Compare results on the same mouse. Our butterfly clicking guide explains the technique and the role of debounce.
Tips
Start slowly so the presses are evenly spaced, then build speed. Keep the palm still and brace the mouse with the thumb and ring finger so the pointer stays on the dial. If your scores jump around, the fingers are probably landing together; slow down and even out the rhythm.
Before using it in games
Some game servers restrict butterfly clicking because it can double-register clicks. Check the rules before relying on it; our guide to server rules explains the usual distinctions.