Apple’s Magic Mouse can be paired with a Windows Windows 11 PC, but its advanced gestures and scrolling are not guaranteed to work like they do on macOS. Basic Bluetooth pairing and full multi-touch support are separate issues.
Pair the Magic Mouse
- Open Windows Bluetooth settings.
- Turn Bluetooth on.
- Put the Magic Mouse into pairing mode if necessary.
- Select the mouse from the available Bluetooth devices and complete pairing.
Check Basic Pointer Movement
Move the mouse and confirm that Windows recognizes it. If the pointer works but scrolling does not, the problem is likely support for Apple’s additional mouse features rather than Bluetooth itself.
Enable Scrolling with Supported Software
Windows may not provide native support for every Magic Mouse gesture. A reputable, current driver or utility designed specifically for your Magic Mouse model may add scrolling support. Download such software only from its official developer source, check compatibility with your Windows version, and review its privacy and licensing terms.
Troubleshoot Scrolling
- Remove and re-pair the mouse if Bluetooth connection is unstable.
- Restart Windows after installing a legitimate driver or utility when its instructions require it.
- Check Windows Update and the utility’s documentation for compatibility issues.
- Avoid installing generic mouse drivers from untrusted download sites.
Know the Limitations
Two-finger or multi-touch gestures, secondary clicking, and smooth scrolling can depend on the driver or utility. A solution that works for one Magic Mouse generation or Windows build may not work for another.
Summary
Pair the Magic Mouse through Windows Bluetooth first, then address scrolling separately. Advanced Magic Mouse behavior depends on Windows support and compatible software; do not assume a third-party driver is universally required or safe.