My mouse track ball skips when scrolling?

Hello,
I'm using an older wireless mouse and it has not been scrolling correctly.  I was wondering if anyone knows how to clean the little ball on top of the mouse?
Thanks,
Ed

Hello:
Turn it upside down and run it over plain paper (vigorously).  Running it over a microfiber cloth is even better.
Barry

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