The Fastest & Easiest Ways to Charge Your Apple Magic Mouse

If your Apple Magic Mouse runs out of battery while you’re working, then it’s time to recharge it. Luckily, you can quickly and easily charge your Mac mouse by plugging it into your computer or into the wall. Keep reading, and we’ll cover how to properly plug in your Apple Mouse and how to check its battery level.

Quick Steps for Charging an Apple Magic Mouse

Turn your mouse over and plug a Lightning cable into the port on the bottom. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer or a wall adapter. While you can’t use your mouse while it’s charging, it will have enough battery life after a couple of minutes or be fully charged in 2 hours.

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How to Charge an Apple Magic Mouse

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Plug a Lightning cable into the mouse’s Lightning port. Flip over your Magic Mouse and look for the rectangular port near the bottom. Connect the end of a Lightning cable to the port.
- When you purchased your Magic Mouse, it should have come with a Lightning cable. If you don't have that cable, any Lightning cable will work.
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Connect the Lightning cable to your computer or wall power adapter. Find an open USB port on your Mac or Macbook, and plug in the other end of the Lightning cable. If you don’t have an open USB port, then connect it to a USB wall adapter and plug it into a standard outlet.^{[1]
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- Keep your Apple mouse turned on when it’s plugged in so it charges faster.
- If your computer or wall adapter has a USB-C port, either use a Lightning-to-USB-C cable or plug the cable into a USB-to-USB-C adapter.

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Can you use an Apple mouse while it’s charging?

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Because the Lightning port is on the bottom of the mouse, you have to wait while it charges. Step away from your computer for a few minutes, or keep a second mouse nearby so you can work without interruption.^{[2]
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How long does it take to charge an Apple mouse?

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If your Apple mouse dies when you’re using your computer, just leave it plugged in for a couple of minutes while you do something else. The Magic Mouse has a quick charge feature so that you can quickly get back to work.^{[3]
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Keep the mouse plugged in for 2 hours to completely charge it. While the charge time can depend on your mouse’s battery levels and where it’s plugged in, it normally only takes a few hours to fully charge.
- If your mouse is plugged into your Mac, a notification will appear on the screen telling you when your mouse is fully charged. Otherwise, there isn’t a visual signal when your mouse finishes charging.
- When your mouse has a full charge, the battery typically lasts for about 1 month before you need to plug it in again.

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How to Check Your Apple Mouse Battery Level

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Look under the Bluetooth settings in the menu bar. Look on the right side of the menu bar for the Control Center icon that looks like 2 switches. Click on the Bluetooth option from the dropdown to see all of your Bluetooth devices. If your Apple mouse is connected, it will appear in the list along with its battery level.^{[4]
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- You can also access the Bluetooth menu by opening System Settings and clicking the Bluetooth tab on the left.
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Check the Mouse tab in System Settings for the battery level. Open System Settings and click on the Mouse setting in the menu on the left. If you’re using your mouse or have it plugged into your Mac, the battery level will appear in the top left corner of the window.^{[5]
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- Your mouse will not appear in the System Settings if it is plugged into a wall charger.
- If you do not see a lightning bolt icon on the battery when your mouse is plugged in, then it’s not charging properly. Try unplugging it and replugging it back in to see if it starts charging again. If not, try using a different cord or USB port.

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Can you replace the batteries in an Apple mouse?

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No, the current Apple mouse doesn’t have a removable battery. While older versions have a battery compartment and removable AA batteries, the latest Magic Mouse only has a rechargeable battery and a charging port.
- If your Magic Mouse isn’t charging or connecting to your Mac, then it’s time to buy a replacement mouse.
- If you have the original Apple Magic Mouse, then flip it over and turn off the power switch. Slide the latch at the bottom end of the mouse down to remove the cover and replace the batteries.^{[6]
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How to Extend the Battery Life of an Apple Mouse

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Flip your Magic Mouse over and look for the power switch on the bottom. When you’re finished with your computer for the day or whenever you shut down your Mac, turn off the mouse as well so it doesn’t waste battery trying to connect.
Rather than waiting for your Apple mouse to die, give it a quick charge to maintain the battery life. That way, you never have to worry about your mouse running out of battery when you’re trying to work.

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