Alternatively, open Terminal and type killall Dock to refresh the graphical environment. 5. Clear Corrupted Preferences (PLIST Files)

System Settings > Accessibility > Pointer Control > Mouse Options and verify that "Use mouse for scrolling" is toggled ON. Natural Scrolling

Once in Safe Mode, test if the scroll function works. If it does, the problem is likely with a background app or startup program.

A glitched Bluetooth connection can drop specific touch data like scrolling while maintaining basic cursor movement. Go to . Find your Magic Mouse in the list of devices.

Switch to the tab and verify that multi-finger scrolling and swiping are toggled on. Tweak Accessibility Scrolling Options

The Magic Mouse has a unique "seamless" design. There are no physical buttons, but the sensor detects the electrical charge of your finger. If the surface is dirty, oily, or scratched, it cannot detect the "swipe" gesture required for scrolling.

Is this a (removable batteries) or Magic Mouse 2 (rechargeable port)?

Go to the . Select Mouse . Go to the "More Gestures" tab.

A simple restart can resolve temporary macOS driver glitches. 2. Verify macOS Scrolling Settings

If your mouse is connected but the touch-sensitive surface isn't registering vertical or horizontal swipes, restarting the system's background Bluetooth controllers can fix the issue. Kill the Bluetooth Daemon via Terminal

: Newer Magic Mouse models (USB-C) require macOS 15.1 or later to function correctly. ⚙️ Check System Settings

This paper provides a comprehensive guide to troubleshooting Magic Mouse scrolling issues, but it may not cover all possible causes or solutions. If you are experiencing issues not addressed in this paper, consult with Apple Support or a professional for further assistance.

Open and press Command + Shift + G to open the "Go to Folder" dialog box.

Restart your Mac. Upon reboot, your system will recreate these files with factory-default parameters. Conclusion and Next Steps

If your battery is critically low, it may stop responding to gesture commands before it dies completely. Check the level in System Settings > Mouse or the Bluetooth menu. Charge it if necessary.

Corrupted Bluetooth preferences prevent the mouse from communicating gesture data to your Mac. Go to System Settings > Bluetooth Click the next to your Magic Mouse. Select Forget This Device . Turn the Magic Mouse off and on. Re-pair the mouse to establish a clean connection. 💻 Advanced System Fixes