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Do you have trouble getting your mouse to work correctly on your Mac?
Start by pressingCmd + Option + F5to bring up theAccessibility Shortcutsmenu.
Then, press theTabkey repeatedly to highlight theMouse Keysoption.
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PressSpaceto select it, followed byEscto back up your changes.
you might use theIkey (or the5key on the numpad) to replicate a mouse click.
The same may occur with third-party mice that work over Bluetooth.
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In that case, disabling and re-enabling Bluetooth on your Mac can help.
That could end up resolving unexpected issues with the machine.
That should ensure the USB receiver has sufficient power to function correctly.
This also tends to fix issues with your cursor disappearing or moving choppily.
Try shaking your mouse rapidly if you still can’t see it despite troubleshooting.
Recharge or Replace the Mouse Battery
Did you recharge or replace the battery on your mouse recently?
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A near-depleted battery can prevent your mouse from connecting to your system.
Even if it does connect, you may experience unpredictable cursor behavior, like a disappearing cursor.
Try recharging your Magic Mouse via its Lightning port for at least 15 minutes.
Look for anOn/Offswitchyou can usually find it on the mouse’s underside.
Check Your Mac’s Mouse and Pointer controls
Does the cursor move very slowly on your Mac?
Do you find it impossible toperform a right-tap on your Macwith your Magic Mouse?
Is your mouse scrolling in the wrong direction?
Also, it’s worth making sureShake mouse pointer to locateis toggled on.
This setting makes the cursor bigger when you shake your mouse.
For example, theLogi Options appprovides additional options to help you configure how Logitech mice work on your Mac.
Debug the Bluetooth Module on Your Mac
Your Mac will debug the Bluetooth module automatically.
If that doesn’t happen correctly, try restarting your Mac.
In that case,open Terminal on your Macand execute the following command:
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Update macOS
find out if your Mac has any pending software updates and install them.
That should fix any known bugs or other issues preventing your mouse from working correctly.
Here’s how to check for macOS updates:
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While it won’t break anything, this is a somewhat advanced fix.
It will then automatically recreate the deleted PLIST files.
you’re free to also follow up byresetting your Mac’s NVRAM and SMC.
Hopefully, your mouse works properly now.
If not, you’re likely dealing with a defective unit.
To ensure that’s the case, connect the mouse to another Mac.
If you continue to experience the same issues, you should repair or replace your mouse.
Opting for a Magic Trackpad instead is also a good idea.
