Connecting a computer mouse to a smartphone, tablet or TV Xiaomi opens up new possibilities for working with the device: accurate cursor control, easy text input, play shooters or strategies, and adapt the interface for people with disabilities. However, not all users know that modern gadgets support mice both through a wired connection and over Bluetooth – and the setup takes only a few minutes.
In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to connect (including the rare cases when standard methods don’t work), look at compatibility with different Xiaomi models (from Redmi Note 12 to Mi Pad 6), and give recommendations for choosing a mouse for mobile devices. We will focus on common errors, such as why the mouse is not identified by the USB-C without OTG-adapter on some smartphones 2023-2026.
1.What Xiaomi devices support mouse connectivity?
Before you buy an adapter or mouse, check to see if your device is compatible.Most modern Xiaomi gadgets support peripheral connectivity, but there are nuances:
- 📱 Smartphones: All models with Android 9+ port USB-C (Starting with the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Mi 9 and later, except for budget devices with Micro-USB (for example, Redmi). 8A), needy OTG-adapter.
- 📺 TVs: All Mi TV redmi TV Android TV 9.0+ (Released after 2020, the mouse connects as a port USB-A, Bluetooth.
- 🖥️ Tablets: Mi Pad 5/6, Redmi Pad -- supports mice without restriction. 4 (2018 year) manual activation of the regime may be required OTG customized.
- ⚠️ Laptops and monoblocks: Xiaomi Mi Notebook and RedmiBook work with mice as standard (like regular PCs), but in this article we focus on mobile devices.
To know exactly if your smartphone supports a mouse, check for the feature. USB OTG:
- Open the Settings app → The phone.
- Find all the specifications or specifications.
- In the Network and Connections section, look for the line USB OTG — If there is a sign that supports, the mouse will connect.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (for example, MIUI 14 for global version of the function OTG It can be disabled by default. Enable it in Settings. → Additionally. → USB OTG.
2. Method 1: Connecting a wired mouse through USB-C or OTG
The simplest and most versatile method is to use a wired mouse with a connector. USB-A or USB-C. You'll need it:
- 🔌 Mouse with cable USB-A (Xiaomi Mi Wireless Mouse Lite in wired mode).
- 🔗 OTG-Adapter (if the device has a port) USB-C Xiaomi is the perfect adapter for the original Mi adapter. USB-C to USB-A OTG.
Step-by-step:
- Connect. OTG-adapter to the port of the device (if necessary).
- Insert the mouse into the adapter (or directly into the port) USB-C, if a mouse has a connector like this).
- A notification will appear on the screen. USB-It's connected. Click on it and select Connect.
- The mouse cursor should appear on the screen in 2-5 seconds.
If the cursor does not appear:
Check the integrity of the mouse cable
Reboot the device with the connected mouse
Set the regimen on OTG in settings (Settings) → Additionally. → USB OTG)
Try another one. OTG-Adapter (some cheap adapters do not support peripheral power)
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On Xiaomi TVs, the mouse is through USB-A Connects in a similar way, but may require a reboot of the TV if the device is not immediately determined.
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3. Method 2: Connecting a wireless mouse via Bluetooth
Wireless mouse is more convenient for permanent use, as it does not occupy the port USB-C Xiaomi supports the connection of any Bluetooth mouse, including models from Logitech, Microsoft and its own line of Mi Bluetooth Mouse.
Instructions for smartphones and tablets:
- Turn on the mouse (usually there is a switch on the case).
- On Xiaomi device, open Settings → Bluetooth.
- Activate Bluetooth and click Add Device (or Search).
- In the list, find your mouse name (such as Mi Bluetooth Mouse 2) and tap it.
- Confirm the pairing. The cursor will appear on the screen.
For Mi TV/Redmi TV:
- Press the Menu button on the remote and select Settings. → Devices → Bluetooth.
- Click Add Device and select the mouse from the list.
- If the mouse is not displayed, restart the TV and repeat the search.
Some mice (e.g., Logitech) MX Master 3) support multi-profile connection – they can be used simultaneously with a PC and a Xiaomi smartphone, switching the channel with a button on the case.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than Android TV 11 may not support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). In this case, use a mouse with classic Bluetooth 4.0.+ (Mi Bluetooth Mouse Youth Edition).
4. Method 3: Connecting through USB-hub (for extended periphery)
If you want to connect to Xiaomi not only the mouse, but also the keyboard, external drive or gamepad, use it. USB-hub OTG. It's relevant to:
- 🎮 Gamers who play Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile with mouse and keyboard.
- 💼 Users connecting a smartphone to a monitor in DeX mode (on some firmware) MIUI).
- 🖥️ Mi Pad 6 owners who use them as a replacement for their laptop.
How to connect:
- Buy it. USB-C port-house USB-A and HDMI (For example, Baseus 6-in-1 Hub).
- Connect the hub to the Xiaomi device.
- Put the mouse in the port. USB-A hub (or keyboard) to another port).
- If the cursor doesn't show up, check the power hub (some models require a separate power supply).
| Xiaomi device | Supports the hub? | Max, number of devices | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Yes. | 3–4 | A power hub is required |
| Mi 13 Ultra | Yes. | 5+ | Supports USB 3.2 |
| Mi Pad 6 | Yes. | 4 | Better to use the hub with HDMI monitor-out |
| Redmi 10A | No. | — | Weak processor, hub not supported |
Xiaomi TVs do not need a hub – just connect the mouse and keyboard directly to the ports USB-A back-bar.
5. Method 4: Connecting the mouse to Xiaomi via apps (for older models)
If your device does not support OTG Bluetooth (for example, Redmi) 7A), Software solutions can be used:
- 📱 Remote Mouse (application for controlling a smartphone as a mouse from another device).
- 🖱️ USB Mouse Enabler (includes mouse support on uncertified firmware).
- 🎮 Octopus (mouse emulator for gaming, works via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi).
Instructions for Octopus (for gamers):
- Download Octopus from Google Play.
- Connect the gamepad or mouse via Bluetooth.
- Start the game and activate the Octopus overlay.
- Set up control in the application menu.
⚠️ Attention: Apps like USB Mouse Enabler requires root rights on Android 10 devices+. Without them, the mouse can work unstablely.
Typical problems and their solutions
Even if you plug in the right mouse, you can't work, and let's look at some of the most common errors and how to fix them.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The mouse is not defined by OTG | Lack of food | Use an externally powered hub or connect charging |
| The cursor twitches or brakes | High-load processor | Close background apps or reduce the frequency of mouse surveys |
| Bluetooth mouse shuts down | Energy conservation | Turn off battery optimization for Bluetooth in settings |
| Additional buttons are not working. | Drivers not supported | Use the mouse with the basic buttons or set it up via Button Mapper |
Additional advice:
- 🔋 If the Bluetooth mouse is quickly discharged, turn off the backlight (if there is one).
- 🔄 For wired mice with high DPI (1600+) Reduce sensitivity in Android settings: Settings → System system → Language and input → Courier and gestures.
- 🛠️ On Mi. TV Reset Bluetooth settings if the mouse is not connected: Settings → Devices → Bluetooth → Reset the settings.
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If you use a mouse to work with documents, include in the MIUI Desktop interface mode (in some firmwares available through Settings) → Screen. → Display mode. This will make it easier to navigate folders and text.
7.How to Choose a Mouse for Xiaomi: 2026 Recommendations
Not every mouse works equally well with mobile devices.
- 🔌 Type of connection: Wired USB-C — Bluetooth is convenient, but requires charging. 2.4 GHz (USB-dongle) - not suitable for smartphones (needed) OTG dongle).
- 🖱️ Size and ergonomics: compact models (for example, Xiaomi Mi Portable Mouse) are suitable for smartphones, full-size models are suitable for TV.
- 🔋 Autonomy: For Bluetooth mice, look for models with 500 battery+ mAh (e.g. Logitech) M337).
- 🎮 Additional buttons: If you need to play, choose mice with programmable keys (for example, Razer Basilisk X).
Top.-5 Xiaomi mice 2026 year:
- Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Mouse 2 is a budget, compact, up to 12 months of battery life.
- Logitech MX Anywhere 3 – premium, glass-based, multi-profile.
- Redragon M602 — 7-button gaming suited for Genshin Impact.
- Microsoft Bluetooth Mouse is lightweight, accurate, and compatible with MIUI lagless.
- Baseus Wireless Mouse – Slim, with USB-C charger.
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For Xiaomi TVs, it is better to choose mice with a scroll wheel - this makes it easier to navigate the Android menu. TV.
8.Mouse Alternatives to Managing Xiaomi
If you can’t connect your mouse or it’s uncomfortable, consider alternative ways to control:
- 🎮 Gamepad: Xiaomi Game Controller or Xbox Controller (connects via Bluetooth).
- ⌨️ Keyboard with touchpad: for example, Logitech K400 Plus.
- 🖱️ Virtual Mouse: Applications like Virtual Mouse (Gestural Management).
- 📱 Remote control: TeamViewer QuickSupport for managing a smartphone with a PC.
For Mi TVs, TV A remote with an air mouse is also available (e.g. Xiaomi Mi). TV Remote Pro, which combines the functions of a traditional remote and pointer.