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How do I reset my Apple mouse and keyboard?
Hold down the Shift and Option keys (‘Alt’ on some keyboards) and at the same time click on the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar. Once the menu is showing, release the keys. From the Bluetooth menu, choose Debug > Remove All Devices. Reboot your Mac, then setup your keyboard and/or mouse as normal.
Why is my wireless Apple mouse not working?
Check Power and Battery If it’s an older Magic Mouse, replace the AA batteries. Otherwise, if it’s a newer Magic Mouse 2 with a built-in battery, charge the mouse via its Lightning port for a few minutes, then try turning it back on. If it works, you’re in luck.
What do you do when your Apple wireless keyboard stops working?
If you can’t connect your Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, or Magic Trackpad to your Mac
- Turn the device off and on.
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
- Connect the Lightning cable.
- Check for wireless interference.
Why did my Magic Keyboard stop working?
Some iPad Pro users reported their Magic Keyboard only stopped working when they had a faulty or poor Wi-Fi connection. So, check your Wi-Fi connection before trying other complex solutions. You can also turn it off and on to re-establish the connection.
Can you reset an Apple mouse?
To reset your Magic Mouse’s connection with your Mac, go to System Preferences > Bluetooth. Hover your cursor over the Magic Mouse icon. When a Close button (a circle with an “x”) appears, click it to remove the mouse from your system. Remove your Magic Mouse from your system.
How do you fix an unresponsive keyboard on a Mac?
If your Mac doesn’t respond to key presses
- Disconnect and reconnect the keyboard. Make sure the connector is completely inserted into the port.
- Connect your keyboard to a different USB port or to a different Mac. If this solves the problem, your Mac may need to be repaired.
- Connect a different keyboard to this Mac.
How do I fix an unresponsive mouse on my Mac?
- Turn Your Mac’s Bluetooth Off and Back On.
- Remove and Re-Connect the USB Receiver.
- Recharge or Replace the Mouse Battery.
- Turn the Mouse’s Power Switch Off and On.
- Pair the Bluetooth Mouse With Your Mac Again.
- Check Your Mac’s Mouse Preferences.
- Install Support Software for Third-Party Mice.
What does flashing green light mean on Apple mouse?
This means the keyboard, mouse, or trackpad is “discoverable” by your Mac, and you can connect your Mac with it. After 3 minutes, the indicator light turns off. The keyboard, mouse, or trackpad is still on, but it is no longer discoverable. To make it discoverable again, turn it off, then turn it back on.
What does it mean when the Apple wireless keyboard light flashes?
When your Apple wireless keyboard, mouse, or trackpad is turned on, the indicator light flashes twice in succession, pauses, then repeats (blink-blink-pause, blink-blink-pause). This means the keyboard, mouse, or trackpad is “discoverable” by your Mac, and you can connect your Mac with it.
Why is my Apple wireless mouse lagging?
If the mouse connected to your Mac isn’t charged or has worn out batteries, the cursor will lag, and you’ll have an overall poor experience. To fix this, charge the mouse or replace its batteries as appropriate.