Desktop moving

whether I am using my mouse or trackpad my entire screen and desktop move. I am sure it is something simple but I can't stop it. Can someone help Thanks

Go to System Preferences>Universal Access>Seeing and make sure the Zoom is turned off. There is an option for the cursor to do this if Zoom is turned on.
Good luck!
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