Double click not working on any folders, photos or anything

When I double (left) click on any folder on my desktop, on on a photo in iphoto, I thought it was supposed to open it but it doesn't do anything. I've already tried to go into Preferences, mouse and seen if there's a way to fix it there, but I don't see how. Thanks for your help.

Welcome to Apple Discussions..
I've already tried to go into Preferences, mouse
Look again and be sure the "Double-Click Speed" isn't set too fast.

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