VMware has an "Auto Capture" feature that automatically captures the mouse when you move it into the VM window. If this feature is causing issues, you can disable it:
If none of the above methods work, try:
The primary solutions range from a simple keyboard hotkey to configuring automatic ungrabbing inside your hypervisor settings. 1. The Immediate Escape: Hotkey Shortcuts
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VMware has an "Auto Capture" feature that automatically captures the mouse when you move it into the VM window. If this feature is causing issues, you can disable it:
If none of the above methods work, try:
The primary solutions range from a simple keyboard hotkey to configuring automatic ungrabbing inside your hypervisor settings. 1. The Immediate Escape: Hotkey Shortcuts
:
:
:
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