stackyFACTSEngineers gave us a magical third button, and society collectively decided to just roll it instead. While the scroll wheel is universally loved, physically pressing it down acts as a dedicated middle click that opens links in new tabs—a glorious feature that 90% of the population simply pretends doesn't exist.
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