Mouse Not Scrolling - Magic

Connect your Magic Mouse to a different computer. If it still doesn't scroll, the hardware is damaged.

When the Magic Mouse battery gets low (below 10–15%), it often disables scrolling to save power. Go to System Settings → Bluetooth → click the i next to your Magic Mouse → check the battery percentage. If it’s below 20%, charge it for 10–15 minutes and test scrolling again.

Sometimes, a macOS update or an accidental keystroke can reset your mouse preferences. Open the and select System Settings . Scroll down the sidebar and click on Mouse . Click on the Point & Click tab. magic mouse not scrolling

Sometimes the issue is not mechanical, but a setting that has been changed or misconfigured.

| Symptom | Likely Fix | | :--- | :--- | | Cursor moves, scroll doesn't | Check Accessibility > Pointer Control > Scrolling Speed | | Scroll is jerky or stops | Clean the mouse surface + Change batteries | | Scroll works wired, not wireless | Bluetooth interference (Move USB dongles) | | Nothing works | Reset Bluetooth module via Terminal | Connect your Magic Mouse to a different computer

In 90% of cases, a Magic Mouse that won't scroll is suffering from a temporary macOS software bug, a corrupted preferences file, or a weak Bluetooth link. Walking through these steps will systematically eliminate those variables.

If this fixes it, leave that setting on permanently. The Magic Mouse scrolling relies on the same gesture engine as the trackpad; forcing the OS to ignore the trackpad prioritizes the mouse engine. Go to System Settings → Bluetooth → click

A fresh connection often resolves temporary communication glitches between your Mac and the mouse.

If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it's possible that there's a hardware problem with your Magic Mouse or Mac. Contact Apple Support for further assistance: