How to open and connect a wireless mouse Xiaomi: instructions for all models

Xiaomi’s wireless mice have long been popular for their combination of compactness, stylish design and affordable price, but beginners often have questions about how to open the package correctly, where the power button is located, and how to sync the device with a computer or smartphone, especially for models with non-standard designs such as the Mi Portable Mouse or Mi Silent Mouse, where controls are hidden under a minimalistic case.

In this article, we will break down the step-by-step process of connecting all popular Xiaomi wireless mice (including models with Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4 GHz). USB-We'll talk about the typical errors on the first turn on and give you tips for fixing the problems. And if your mouse suddenly stopped working, at the end of the article you'll find a checklist for diagnosing the malfunctions.

What Xiaomi Wireless Mice Are and How They Differ

Xiaomi has launched several wireless mouse lines, each with unique connectivity features, and these are the main models that will be available in 2026:

• 🖱️ Mi Wireless Mouse (classic, with a slick version) USB-2.4 GHz receiver – the most common model, works without Bluetooth.
• 📱 Mi Portable Mouse (Ultra Compact, Foldable) – Bluetooth Supports 4.0/5.0 And comes with a charge case.
• 🔇 Mi Silent Mouse (Silent Mouse) – Connects via Bluetooth or USB-Receiver, has quiet buttons.
• 🎮 Mi Gaming Mouse Lite - game version with Bluetooth and wired mode (hybrid).
• 💼 Mi Business Mouse – model for office with metal body and Bluetooth 5.1 support.

The main difference between the models is the way of connecting:

• 🔌 USB-Receiver (2.4 GHz) - does not require Bluetooth, but takes up port.
• 📶 Bluetooth – universal (works with laptops, tablets, smartphones), but can slow down with a weak signal.
• ⚡ Hybrid models (e.g. Mi Silent Mouse) – support both.

Before buying, check what type of connection your device supports. for example, Mi Portable Mouse does not have any. USB-Receiver – it only works on Bluetooth, which can be a problem for desktop PCs without an adapter.

How to Open the Package and Prepare the Mouse for Work

Many users are struggling to unpack, and Xiaomi often uses sealed blisters with latches that are difficult to open without damaging the box.

1. Find a perforated line on the package (usually on the sides or on top) marked with dotted line.
2. Carefully tuck the edge with scissors or a flat screwdriver, then pull up - the blister will open up along the line.
3. Take out the mouse and check the completeness: the box should be USB-receiver (if the model supports it), charging cable (for battery versions) and instruction.

⚠️ Attention: Mi Portable Mouse and Mi Business Mouse have a switch under the bottom cover (often mistaken for a reset button.

After unpacking:

• 🔋 If the mouse is on removable batteries (for example, Mi Wireless Mouse), install the battery. AAA bottom-panel.
• ⚡ If you have a battery built-in (such as the Mi Portable Mouse), plug it into a charger for 10-15 minutes before first use.
• 📶 Make sure the power indicator is on the case (usually a blue or green LED). If not, check the battery or charge.

Remove the mouse from the package without damage|

Check completeness (receiver, cable, instructions)|

Install the battery or charge the battery|

Find and turn on the power switch (if available)|

Make sure the connection indicator is on-->

Connection through USB-receiver (2.4 GHz)

If your Xiaomi mouse is going with USB-receiver (small) USB-adapter, often hidden in the battery compartment, the connection process is as simple as possible:

1. Put the receiver in USB-It is recommended to use the port on the back of the system unit (if it is a PC) so that the signal will be more stable.
2. Turn on the mouse using the switch on the bottom panel (for Mi Wireless Mouse) or the Connect button (for Mi Silent Mouse).

🔹 Important nuance: Some models (such as the Mi Silent Mouse) require manual synchronization with the receiver:

1. Press and hold the Connect button on the bottom panel of the mouse for 3-5 seconds until the indicator starts to flash.
2. Put the receiver in USB-Port of the country (if you haven’t done it already).
3. Wait until the indicator lights up constantly – this means that the mouse is paired with the receiver.

⚠️ Attention: If you have lost USB-Receiver, it can be purchased separately (the article is usually listed in the instructions), but Xiaomi mice do not support universal receivers from other brands - only original.

Bluetooth Connection: Step-by-step instructions

Bluetooth-enabled models (such as Mi Portable Mouse or Mi Business Mouse) connect differently. Here is a universal guide for Windows, macOS and Android:

For Windows 10/11:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Turn on Bluetooth (slider at the top).
3. Click Add Add the device → Bluetooth.
4. Turn on the mouse (the switch on the body) and hold the Pairing button (usually next to the indicator) until the LED flashes quickly.
5. In the list of available devices, select your mouse (the name will contain Mi Mouse or Xiaomi).
6. Confirm the pairing, if necessary. PIN-code, try 0000 or 1234.

For macOS:

On a MacBook or iMac:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the mouse and put it in pairing mode (blinking indicator).
3. In the list of devices, select Mi Mouse and click Connect.

For Android (smartphone/tablet):

Modern phones Xiaomi, Samsung or Google Pixel support the connection of a Bluetooth mouse:

1. Activate Bluetooth in the notification curtain.
2. Go to Settings. → Connected devices → New device.
3. Turn the mouse into pairing mode and select it from the list.

🔹 Tip: If the mouse is not identified, try it:

• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth module (disable / turn on in the settings).
• 📱 Update Bluetooth drivers on PC (via Device Manager).
• 🔋 Check the mouse charge (a discharged battery can block pairing).

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If your Mi Portable Mouse isn’t connecting to a MacBook, try pairing it with an Android smartphone first, and then with a laptop, which sometimes helps wake up the Bluetooth module.

Typical problems and their solutions

Even when connected properly, Xiaomi's mouse can malfunction, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

1.The mouse does not turn on or respond to buttons

• 🔋 Check the battery charge (the indicator should burn when switched on).
• 🔄 Reboot the mouse: turn it off, take out the battery (if removable), wait 10 seconds and insert it back in.
• 🔌 If used USB-Receiver, try another port or restart your PC.

2.The cursor moves in jerks or freezes

• 📶 If you connect via Bluetooth, make sure there are no interference sources nearby (Wi-Fi routers, microwaves).
• 🖱️ For USB-Receiver: Move it closer to the mouse (maximum distance - 10 meters).
• 🖼️ Check the surface on which you use the mouse – for an optical sensor you need a flat table (glass or glossy surfaces do not fit).

3. the mouse buttons are not working correctly (for example, the right and left switched places)

This is a common problem when connecting to macOS or Linux.

• 🍎 On Mac: Open System Settings → Mouse and change the purpose of the buttons.
• 🐧 Linux: Use the command: xinput set-button-map [ID_mouse] 3 2 1 (know ID Xinput list is available from the Xinput list).

⚠️ Note: Mi Silent Mouse and Mi Business Mouse are sometimes at odds DPI (To reset them, press and hold the left. + right-button + wheel within 5 seconds.

How to reset the Xiaomi mouse settings to factory

If the mouse starts to gnaw, connects with delays or does not respond to settings, resetting to factory parameters will help.

For mice with USB-Receiver: Mi Wireless Mouse, Mi Silent Mouse):

1. Turn off the mouse (switch to position) OFF).
2. Press and hold the left. + right-button.
3. Without releasing the buttons, turn on the mouse (translate the switch to the switch). ON).
4. Hold the buttons for another 5-7 seconds until the indicator blinks 3 times.
5. Release the buttons and the mouse will drop.

For Bluetooth Mouse (Mi Portable Mouse, Mi Business Mouse)

1. Turn off the mouse.
2. Press and hold the Pairing button (usually next to the indicator).
3. Turn on the mouse without letting go of Pairing.
4. Hold the button for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes red quickly.
5. Release the button and the mouse will reset and be ready for a new pairing.

⚠️ Note: After resetting, all user settings (e.g. assigning additional buttons or DPI) For models with software (such as Mi Gaming Mouse Lite) you will need to reconfigure via Xiaomi Mouse Suite.

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Resetting the Xiaomi mouse to the factory settings removes all pairings with the devices, and after the procedure, it will have to be reconnected, as in the first use.

Additional functions and configuration

Many Xiaomi mice support advanced features that can be customized through proprietary software or system tools:

Sensitivity adjustment (DPI)

Mi Silent Mouse and Mi Gaming Mouse Lite have a switch DPI (standard values, usually under a wheel:

• 📉 800 DPI — office-work.
• 🎯 1200 DPI — universality.
• 🚀 1600–3200 DPI — play-design.

2. Xiaomi Mouse Suite Software

For some models (for example, Mi Gaming Mouse Lite), official software is available where you can:

• 🎨 Assign macros to additional buttons.
• 📊 Set up profiles DPI task-wise.
• 🔋 View the battery level.

Download the utility on the official website of Xiaomi (the support section of your model).

3. Use with multiple devices

Some mice (such as the Mi Business Mouse) support multi-connection to 2-3 devices at the same time, so that they can switch between the two.

1. Pair your mouse with the first device (such as a laptop).
2. Turn off the mouse, then press and hold the Pairing button until the indicator starts flashing blue.
3. Connect the mouse to a second device (such as a tablet).
4. To switch between devices, use the button under the wheel (usually marked with icons) 1/2/3).

🔹 Useful Lifehack: If you work with a laptop and smartphone often, buy a Bluetooth transmitter (such as Xiaomi Bluetooth Audio Receiver) and connect your mouse to your phone through it – so you can manage presentations or games on the smartphone screen.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi wireless mice