Magic Mouse Not - Scrolling Fix

Does the mouse when connected to a different computer?

I can provide tailored steps for your specific system or suggest alternative hardware workarounds.

If your Magic Mouse cursor moves fine, but you can’t scroll up or down, don’t rush to the Apple Store just yet. In most cases, this is a software or settings issue, not a hardware failure.

) or charge via the Lightning port for at least 10 minutes ( Magic Mouse 2 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

Go to the Apple Menu > System Settings (or System Preferences). Go to Mouse: Click on Mouse in the sidebar. magic mouse not scrolling

Type the following command and press Enter: sudo pkill bluetoothd

To perform a proper restart:

: Low power can cause gestures like scrolling to fail even if the pointer still moves. Plug in your Magic Mouse 2 or 3 for a few minutes; sometimes connecting it via a Lightning/USB-C cable temporarily restores scrolling immediately. ⚙️ Check System Settings

Click the in the top left corner of your screen and select System Settings . Scroll down the sidebar and click on Mouse . Does the mouse when connected to a different computer

Is your Mac powered by an or Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) ?

Often, the mouse isn't broken—it’s just that the scrolling feature has been accidentally disabled or misconfigured in macOS.

Sometimes, macOS updates or accidental keyboard shortcuts can alter your mouse configuration. Ensure scrolling gestures are explicitly enabled. Check Mouse Settings Click the and select System Settings . Scroll down the left sidebar and click Mouse . Click on the Point & Click tab. Ensure that the options for scrolling are checked.

You can force macOS to restart its background Bluetooth architecture using Terminal. In most cases, this is a software or

To narrow down the exact cause of your scrolling issue, let me know: What is your computer currently running?

Click (or Accessibility > Pointer Control > Mouse Options) and verify that Use mouse for scrolling is enabled. On Windows

Remember that the Magic Mouse is a precision instrument that requires clean surfaces, adequate power, and interference-free wireless communication. By systematically eliminating potential causes, you'll identify the culprit and restore full functionality.