How do I get my Bluetooth mouse to work on my Mac?

How do I get my Bluetooth mouse to work on my Mac?

Connect your Mac with a Bluetooth keyboard, mouse, trackpad, headset, or other audio device.

  1. Make sure the device is turned on and discoverable (see the device’s documentation for details).
  2. On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth .
  3. Select the device in the list, then click Connect.

How do I reset my Bluetooth mouse on my Mac?

Click the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar while holding the Shift (⇧) and Option (⌥) keys. Choose the hidden option labeled with the text “Reset the Bluetooth module”. Click “OK” to confirm the operation. Restart your Mac by choosing “Restart” from the Apple menu.

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Why won’t my Mac recognize my mouse?

When a Mac computer doesn’t recognize a mouse, first check the USB port or its batteries. Most of the time these involve a USB mouse plugged into a bad USB port or a wireless mouse running out of batteries. Other times the mouse needs to be replaced.

Why won’t my Mac Bluetooth connect?

Remove all devices + reset Bluetooth module Hold option + shift on your keyboard and click the Bluetooth icon again. This time, choose “Remove all devices” > click OK. Do option + shift on Bluetooth in the menu bar again > click “Reset the Bluetooth module” Re-pair your Bluetooth device(s)

Why is my macbook not picking up Bluetooth devices?

Reset the connection: If your Bluetooth device still isn’t pairing, you can have your iPhone “forget the device” in Settings or you can remove the device in System Preferences on your Mac. Reset your devices: Turning all devices on and off again may help resolve the pairing issue.

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Why my wireless mouse is not working?

Fresh batteries are the cure for many wireless mouse problems. Verify it has been installed, to make your mouse ready to use. If the receiver is plugged in, and you’ve tried all other troubleshooting steps, try moving the receiver to a different USB port, if one is available. USB ports can go bad, making them unusable.

Why is Bluetooth not connecting?

For Android phones, go to Settings > System > Advanced> Reset Options > Reset Wi-fi, mobile & Bluetooth. For iOS and iPadOS device, you’ll have to unpair all of your devices (go to Setting > Bluetooth, select the info icon and and choose Forget This Device for each device) then restart your phone or tablet.

How do I update my Bluetooth on my Mac?

Open System Preferences > Bluetooth and look for the word Connected under the peripheral in the devices list. If it is not connected, click the Connect button next to it or re-pair the device following the instructions that came with the device.

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What does restarting your Mac do?

In the restart process, a Mac closes all programs, allowing itself to start fresh when back up and running, and it installs any awaiting updates, theoretically meaning the system will be more optimized and running better than before.