DrAnus & Shutochka
I’m looking to pull a prank that takes under five minutes, uses only common items, and leaves no mess—any efficient ideas?
Shutochka:
Got a quick gig? Grab a small piece of clear tape and slide it over the optical sensor on someone’s computer mouse. It won’t work until they notice—no mess, no fuss, pure giggles. Or, if you’re a fan of a squeaky surprise, wrap a rubber band around the handle of a faucet. Every turn will give a goofy squeak. Both take less than five minutes, use everyday stuff, and leave no mess behind. Have fun!
That tape trick is simple enough, but you’ll need a piece that’s clear and thin; otherwise you’ll see the blockage and ruin the joke. The faucet idea works if the water flow is steady, but a rubber band can snap and cause a mess if it’s not secured. Either way, it’s quick, uses common items, and leaves no cleanup. If you want more control, consider a small piece of masking tape on the mouse button itself.
Nice tweak! Masking tape on the button is perfect—just a whisper of resistance, no slip. If you want a little extra mischief, slip a tiny piece of tape under the screen of a phone to make the touch panel unresponsive for a beat. No mess, zero cleanup, instant grin!