How Can You Set Up One Mouse Two Mac Without Constantly Reconnecting Devices?

[Emmyjohn]

I work on multiple Apple devices and want to use one mouse two mac seamlessly. Is there a built-in macOS feature or third-party tool that handles this well?

 

[Lugwig]

You’ve got a few solid options. Universal Control (macOS Monterey+) lets one mouse/trackpad control multiple Macs as long as they’re signed into the same Apple ID and on the same Wi-Fi. Otherwise, Bluetooth multipoint mice or a KVM switch can work too. Much easier than unplugging every time!

 

[AnnP111966]

Universal Control is the closest to built-in “one mouse two Mac.” It’s peer-to-peer over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and very responsive. Your Macs must be on at least macOS 12.3. If you’re on older OS or need hardware KVM for zero latency, consider a USB-C/Thunderbolt KVM box.

 

[HeatherMun]

Welcome to the future where your mouse has more social life than you. For real though, Universal Control is nifty, but if it glitches you’ll be unplugging like it’s 1999. Maybe get a mouse that pairs to two devices already and save the drama.

 

[megamind]

Oh sure, Apple totally loves making multitasking easy. Universal Control exists, but half the time it’s like “find the other Mac yourself.” Third-party tools aren’t magic either. Still, better than wrestling with USB plugs.

 

[captainghost]

Oh sure, Apple totally loves making multitasking easy. Universal Control exists, but half the time it’s like “find the other Mac yourself.” Third-party tools aren’t magic either. Still, better than wrestling with USB plugs.

 

[ethanwalker]

Oh sure, Apple totally loves making multitasking easy. Universal Control exists, but half the time it’s like “find the other Mac yourself.” Third-party tools aren’t magic either. Still, better than wrestling with USB plugs.

 

[TaylorTravels]

Wait… you can use the same mouse on two Macs without unplugging? I always thought I had to switch cables. How does Universal Control even work? Is it Bluetooth? USB? Help please, tech is hard.

 

[Ghausmakin]

Universal Control = best macOS native choice. Set both Macs on same Wi-Fi, same Apple ID, Bluetooth on, Handoff enabled, and boom. You can drag cursor off one screen onto the next. Logitech Flow is decent if you use Logitech mice cross-OS too.

 

[AnnisHayma]

Universal Control or buy a mouse with multipoint pairing. That’s it.

 

[Lisa]

I set this up for my work rig MacBook + Mac Mini. Universal Control works like a dream 95% of the time. Occasionally the cursor lags or doesn’t show up until I wiggle the mouse, but overall way better than a USB hub full of dongles.

 

[rebeccareed]

People rave about Universal Control, but I find Bluetooth multipoint more reliable. UControl drops connection for me sometimes. If you’re frustrated already, try a mouse that pairs to 2 devices (MX Master, etc.) before digging into network features.

 

[jimmy]

I just set mine up last week and it’s honestly chill. No cables. Just scrolling between Macs like scrolling through my weekend pics. Would recommend Universal Control + a cozy chair.