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jmuweather
User level: Level 1 (9 points)

Apple Mouse scrolling works intermittently

the scrolling feature on my apple mouse works intermittently




Posted on Oct 23, 2026 1:20 PM

1 reply

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 23, 2026 2:03 PM in response to jmuweather

Hi there


Please try this


  • Power Cycle the Mouse: Turn the physical power switch on the bottom of the Magic Mouse off, wait a few seconds, and turn it back on. 
  • Toggle Bluetooth: Go to System Settings > Bluetooth on your Mac, disconnect the mouse, toggle Bluetooth off and back on, and reconnect it. 
  • Clean the Touch Surface: Wipe the top acrylic/glass surface of the mouse with a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove skin oils, dust, or debris that can block touch sensors. 
  • Check Battery Level: Ensure the mouse is fully charged or has fresh batteries installed. 


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256381738