6 pranks you can pull off using tech

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August 14, 2025
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By Cojocaru David & ChatGPT

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6 Hilarious Tech Pranks to Pull on Friends & Coworkers (Harmless & Easy)

Looking for funny, tech-based pranks that won’t get you in trouble? From rogue cursors to fake system crashes, these 6 clever tricks use everyday tech to deliver maximum laughs without the cleanup. Perfect for April Fools’ Day or lighthearted office shenanigans!

1. The Phantom Mouse Prank

Nothing confuses someone faster than a cursor that moves on its own. This simple script makes their mouse drift randomly, leaving them baffled.

How to Set It Up (Windows)

  1. Open Notepad and paste this script: 
    MoveMouse()
    WScript.Sleep 5000
    Loop
  2. Save as ghostmouse.vbs and run it (minimize afterward).
  3. Watch as they wrestle with their “possessed” mouse!

Pro Tip: Use sparingly this prank works best on short attention spans.

2. Fake Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)

A realistic-looking BSOD triggers instant panic, followed by relief when they realize it’s fake.

Steps to Fool Your Target

  • Download a BSOD image or use a full-screen webpage simulator.
  • Set it as their browser homepage or leave it open on their desktop.
  • For extra drama, add a fake countdown timer.

“The best pranks make the victim laugh not cry. Know your audience!“

3. Autocorrect Chaos

Subtly reprogram their device to replace normal words with absurd ones.

Platform-Specific Tweaks

  • Windows: Edit autocorrect in Word/Outlook.
  • iPhone: Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement.
  • Suggestions: Swap “meeting” with “nap time” or “boss” with “overlord.”

4. Never-Ending Printer Prank

Flood a shared office printer with nonsense pages for a slow-burn gag.

Execute the Prank

  1. Create a document filled with lorem ipsum or random gibberish.
  2. Print it repeatedly (or use a loop command if tech-savvy).
  3. Hide nearby and enjoy the confusion as paper piles up.

5. Voice Assistant Trolling

Program Alexa or Google Home to respond oddly to everyday phrases.

Funny Voice Command Ideas

  • “Hey Google, turn off the lights” → “I’m afraid I can’t do that, Dave.”
  • “Alexa, what’s the weather?” → “Sunny with a chance of chaos.”

6. Fake “Hacker” Terminal

A scrolling command prompt looks like a Hollywood hacking scene.

Quick Setup

  1. Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux).
  2. Type ping -t localhost for endless network “diagnostics.”
  3. For flair, add a script with fake “ACCESS DENIED” messages.

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