In iPadOS 13.4, your devices gain the ability to use mice and external trackpads. This pointer device support gets closer than ever to turning your iPad into a full laptop replacement. It feels like Apple has turned pointing devices into first-class citizens on the iPad.
Here's how to get set up and using a mouse or trackpad with your iPad.
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How to pair a mouse or trackpad to your iPad
First thing you'll want to do is connect your mouse or trackpad to your iPad. You can use a wire, but that's just a simple matter of plugging it in. For pairing a Bluetooth mouse or trackpad, such as the Magic Trackpad 2, here's what you do.
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- Put your mouse or trackpad into pairing mode by following the manufacturer's procedure.
- Open Settings on your iPad.
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Tap your mouse or trackpad under Other Devices.Source: iMore
Your pointing device will now be paired with your iPad.
How to manage pointer settings on iPad
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Once you're mouse or trackpad is connected, you can manage some of the available settings.
- Open Settings.
- Tap General if Settings doesn't open on that tab.
- Tap Trackpad or Trackpad & Mouse (depending on what pointer device is connected.Source: iMore
- Drag the slider to change the tracking speed of your pointing device.
- Tap the switch next to Natural Scrolling to turn natural scrolling (scroll down by swiping up, scroll up by swiping down, basically, the way scrolling works when you're touching your iPad's screen with your fingers) on or off.Source: iMore
- Tap the switch next to Tap to Click if it's available to enable or disable that feature. Generally only present for trackpads.
- Tap the switch next to Two Finger Secondary Click if it's available to enable or disable that feature.Source: iMore
Questions?
Let us know in the comments if you have any questions about turning on and using a mouse with your iPhone or iPad.
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Apple Magic Mouse 2, Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, and Magic Trackpad 2 work wirelessly with your Mac via Bluetooth when they're paired and turned on.
If your devices came with a new iMac, they're already paired with the computer. Just turn them on when you first turn on your Mac. To make sure that your device is turned on, check its power switch. If green is visible, the device is on.
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If you bought your devices separately — or if they've become unpaired from your Mac — follow the steps below to pair them.
How to set up current Apple wireless devices
Follow these steps to set up your Magic Mouse 2, Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, or Magic Trackpad 2: Microsoft mouse.
- Connect a Lightning to USB Cable1 or a USB-C to Lightning Cable to the Lightning port on the device2 and connect the other end of the cable to your Mac.
- Make sure that the device's power switch is in the ON position. (Green is visible under the switch when the device is on.)
- Choose Apple () menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth to open the Bluetooth preferences window. When the device pairs with your Mac, it appears in the list of devices.
- Check the Bluetooth preferences window to see your device's charge level. When the device is charged, unplug it for wireless use.
1. If your Bluetooth device came with an iMac, a Lightning to USB cable was also included in the box.
2. Magic Mouse 2 can't be used while connected to the cable.
2. Magic Mouse 2 can't be used while connected to the cable.
How to set up earlier Apple wireless devices
If you're not sure which device you have, you can learn how to identify your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad.
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Then use a wired mouse or trackpad — or the built-in trackpad if you're using a Mac notebook — and follow these steps to set up your earlier Apple wireless devices (such as the Apple Wireless Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad):
- Turn on your device.
- Wait until your device's LED starts blinking, which means that it's in Discoverable Mode. (If the LED is on but not blinking, your device is already paired with another host. To unpair it, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth. Hover the pointer over the device you want to remove, then click the button that appears next to the device's name. Turn the device off, then start again at step 1.)
- Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth.
- Wait while your Mac searches for your device. When your device appears in Bluetooth preferences, click Pair1.
1. 2011 microsoft office for mac product key free download. Apple Wireless Keyboard requires the passcode that appears on your Mac. Enter the 8-digit passcode on the keyboard, then press Return. Earlier models of Apple Wireless Mouse or Apple Magic Trackpad will connect automatically or show a dialog. If you see a dialog, click Pair or press Return.