Magic Mouse Not Scrolling _best_ < 2026 Release >

• What to do: Turn the mouse off (use the switch on the bottom). Take a microfiber cloth (or a slightly damp lint-free cloth) and thoroughly wipe the top surface.
• The Invisible Culprit: If you use your mouse with a wrist rest or a pad, check for small debris stuck to the bottom edges. Sometimes, a tiny crumb stuck on the bottom rim lifts the mouse just enough to reduce the sensor sensitivity, causing erratic or non-existent scrolling.

Re-pair Bluetooth: Go to System Settings > Bluetooth, find your Magic Mouse, and click the "i" icon to "Forget This Device". Restart your Mac and then pair the mouse as if it were new. magic mouse not scrolling

If your Magic Mouse is not scrolling only when your Mac is under heavy load (e.g., transferring files or connected to a crowded Wi-Fi network), interference is the culprit. Restart the Mouse : Turn the power switch