How to turn on and configure the cursor on the Xiaomi TV: 5 working ways

Are you trying to control a Xiaomi TV with a mouse or touchpad, but the cursor suddenly disappeared from the screen? Or do you want to connect a wireless keyboard, but the pointer doesn't appear? TV Xiaomi is more common than it seems, especially after firmware updates or when using third-party input devices. In this article, we will discuss all possible reasons and ways to return control, including hidden settings and hardware solutions.

It is important to understand that the cursor on Xiaomi TVs (series Mi). TV 4/4S/4A/4C/5/5X/Q1/Q2/P1 It works differently than on a computer. There is no permanent default pointer here, it only activates when compatible devices (mouse, keyboard, gamepad) are connected or in special modes. If you plugged in a device but the cursor didn’t appear, the problem could be in system settings, drivers, or even a physical connection.

We tested all methods on current firmware MIUI TV (Including versions 3.0-4.5) and highlighting 5 reliable ways to return the cursor, from basic to advanced, you will also find a table of compatibility of input devices and answers to frequent questions that are not covered in the official documentation of Xiaomi.

1.Why doesn't the cursor appear on Xiaomi TV?

Before you try to turn on the cursor, let's look at the reasons for its absence. On Xiaomi TVs, the mouse pointer does not appear constantly, it only activates in three cases:

• 🖱️ Connected compatible input device (mouse, keyboard, gamepad with touchpad).
• 📱 Activated Mouse mode in applications (for example, in the browser or Kodi).
• 🔧 Debugging is on. USB or ADB (developer).

If none of these conditions are met, the cursor will simply not be visible, but there are other reasons:

• 🔌 Faulty. USB-port or Bluetooth module (especially on Mi models) TV 4A single USB 2.0).
• 🔄 Outdated firmware (in versions) MIUI TV 2.5 and below support USB-device-bound).
• 🚫 Conflict with connected accessories (for example, the sound panel takes up) USB-port).
• 🔒 Resetting settings to factory (disables support) HID-device).

On Xiaomi models TV Q2 2023 and later cursor may not appear due to energy-saving settings – the system automatically disables USB-To test this, try connecting the mouse after the TV is turned on, not before it.

⚠️ Note: If you use a wireless mouse with a USB-dongle, make sure the adapter is connected directly to the TV, not through the hub. Many hubs do not transmit enough power to properly operate the input devices.

2. Method 1: Connect the mouse or keyboard by USB

The easiest way to activate the cursor is to connect a wired or wireless mouse through a USB-Xiaomi TVs support most standard USB-device (HID), but there are nuances:

1. Put the mouse in USB-TV port (preferably) USB 3.0, if there is one).
2. Wait 5-10 seconds – the cursor should appear automatically.
3. If the pointer does not appear, restart the TV with the mouse connected.

For wireless mice with Bluetooth:

1. Go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Activate your search and select your mouse from the list.
3. Confirm the conjugation (if necessary, enter the PIN, usually 0000 or 1234).

On the Mi models TV P1 and Q2 You may need to confirm the "Trusted Devices" menu if the mouse is plugging in but the cursor is slowing down, try it:

• 🔄 Reconnect the device to another USB-port.
• 🔋 Use it. USB-externally powered hub (if the mouse is energy intensive).
• 📶 Reduce the distance between the TV and the wireless mouse (for Bluetooth).

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⚠️ Note: Some cheap wireless mice (especially those with 2.4GHz) may conflict with the TV's Wi-Fi. If the cursor twitches, try turning off Wi-Fi or using the mouse on a different frequency.

3. Method 2: Activate the cursor via the Xiaomi remote

If you don't have a mouse on hand, you can try turning on the cursor using a standard Xiaomi remote. MIUI TV 3.0 and newer:

1. Press the Menu (or Settings) button on the remote.
2. Go to Settings. → Devices → Mouse pointer.
3. Activate the option to Show the cursor (if any).
4. Return to the main menu – the cursor should appear as a circle or arrow.

On some models (e.g., Mi) TV 4S 55") this menu item is hidden to reveal it:

1. Press the Menu buttons. + Volume Down on the remote for 5 seconds.
2. In the Engineering Menu, select Advanced Settings. → Input Devices.
3. Find the Mouse Pointer option and turn it on.

If the cursor never came up after this, the problem may be the firmware.

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check for Updates and install the available packages.

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4. Method 3: Use of the Mi Remote Application

The official Mi Remote app (available for Android and iOS) can not only replace the remote, but also emulate the cursor.

1. Download Mi Remote from Google Play or App Store.
2. Connect your smartphone and TV to a single Wi-Fi network.
3. In the app, select your Xiaomi model TV and plug in.
4. Go to Touchpad mode (the icon with the finger in the upper right corner).
5. Swipe your finger across the screen of the smartphone – the cursor will appear on the TV.

This method works even without a physical mouse, but has limitations:

• ⚡ The cursor may disappear when switching applications.
• 📶 Requires stable Wi-Fi (delays over 100ms make it difficult to control).
• 🔒 Does not support the right mouse button (only left and scroll).

For Xiaomi models TV A2 2023 and later, Mi Remote added gesture-enabled Mouse Mode to activate it:

1. Open Mi Remote and connect to the TV.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right.
3. Select Mouse Mode and confirm the connection.

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If the cursor in Mi Remote is slowing down, reduce the broadcast quality in the application settings (the "Imagine Quality" option).

5. Method 4: Configure through ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods do not work, you can turn on the cursor through ADB (Android Debug Bridge is suitable for power users and requires a computer.

First, prepare the TV:

1. Go to Settings. → On TV.
2. Find the Build Number and click on it 7 times until the message “You are a developer” appears.
3. Go back to the main settings and open for developers.
4. Activate Debugging over USB and Debugging over the network.

Now, connect to the ADB:

1. Download Platform Tools for Windows/macOS/Linux.
2. Connect your TV and computer to the same network.
3. Start the command line and type: adb connect [IP_TV address]:5555 (IP You can find out in Settings → Network).
4. Check the connection: Adb devices should show up on your TV.
5. Enable the cursor with the command: adb shell settings put global pointer_location 1

If the cursor doesn’t appear, try an alternative command:

adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings/.device.input.InputSettingsActivity

This will open a hidden menu of input device settings where you can manually activate mouse support.

⚠️ Attention: Wrong commands ADB Do not use commands from unverified sources, especially those containing rm, dd or flash.

6. Method 5: Resetting settings to factory

If the cursor is missing after an update or system crash, resetting can help. This method will delete all user data, so first:

• 📝 Record your Wi-Fi settings and accounts.
• 🖼️ Take screenshots of important screens (such as image settings).
• 🔐 Make sure you remember passwords from services (Netflix, YouTube, etc.).

Resetting instructions:

1. Open Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset All Settings (not to be confused with Network Reset!).
3. Enter. PIN-code (default 0000 or 1234).
4. Confirm the reset and wait for the reboot (it will take 3-5 minutes).

After discharge:

1. Connect your mouse or keyboard – the cursor should appear.
2. Update the firmware to the latest version.
3. Restore network and account settings.

On Xiaomi models TV Q1E and P1E Reset can be performed through the hardware menu:

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote and connect the power.
3. Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
4. Choose Wipe. Data/Factory Reset with Volume buttons.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs with Google TV (for example, Xiaomi TV A Pro reset via hardware menus could result in loss of application licenses (Disney)+, HBO Max et al. Use this method only as a last resort.

7. Compatibility table of input devices with Xiaomi TV

Not all mice and keyboards work properly with Xiaomi TVs, and the following is the compatibility table for popular devices:

For gamepads (such as Xbox Controller or DualShock 4), cursor support is implemented only in games through Google Play Games. In the TV interface, gamepads work as remotes (without a pointer).

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Wired mice with USB Type-A connects more reliably than wireless ones. If you need a cursor for constant operation (for example, in a browser), choose a wired device.

8. Frequent errors and their solutions

If the cursor never showed up, check out these points:

• 🔌 USB-The port is not working: Try plugging in a flash drive -- if you can't see it, the port is faulty. TV 4A frequently fails the upper USB-port.
• 🔄 Device Conflict: Turn everything off USB-devices (including TV set-top boxes and sound cards), leave only the mouse.
• 📵 Bluetooth does not turn on: Restart the TV and reset Bluetooth settings in Settings → Devices → Reset Bluetooth.
• 🖥️ Cursor is there but not moving: Check the surface (for optical mice) or replace batteries (for wireless ones).
• 🔒 Blocking with parental controls: In some regions (e.g. China), the cursor is disabled by default. → Parental control.

On Android TVs. TV 11 and newer (e.g. Xiaomi) TV 6) the cursor may disappear due to optimization of resources:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Special Access.
2. Choose Battery Optimization.
3. Find the System Interface app and turn off optimization.

If you are using a Xiaomi TV with firmware for the Chinese market (CN ROM), The cursor can be disabled at the system level, and then only the flashing to the global version will help (EU ROM) use ADB-commands for compulsory inclusion.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions