Connecting the Xiaomi mouse to a laptop via Bluetooth: full instructions with nuances

Xiaomi’s wireless mice are a popular accessory for work and gaming, thanks to their combination of compactness, long autonomy and stylish design. However, many users have questions when they first connect: why the laptop can’t see the device, how to put the mouse in pairing mode, or what to do if the cursor twitches after synchronization. In this article, we will examine all the stages of connection, from preparing equipment to eliminating typical errors.

Xiaomi mice (such as Mi Bluetooth Mouse, Mi Silent Mouse or Mi Portable Mouse 2) are characterized by Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which saves battery power but sometimes requires additional adjustments on the laptop side. We will review the instructions for Windows 10/11, macOS and Linux, and provide recommendations for optimizing work after connection.

Which Xiaomi mouse models support Bluetooth?

Not all of the brand’s devices are equipped with a Bluetooth module – some work only through the Bluetooth module. USB-receiver (2.4 GHz). Before buying or trying to connect, check the specifications of your model. Here is the current list of Xiaomi mice with Bluetooth support:

• 🖱️ Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Mouse (first generation) – classic model with wheel and two buttons.
• 🖱️ Xiaomi Mi Silent Mouse – silent version with tactile click, supports Bluetooth 4.0.
• 🖱️ Xiaomi Mi Portable Mouse 2 - ultra-compact (thickness 9.9 mm), works via Bluetooth 5.0.
• 🖱️ Xiaomi Mi Dual Mode Wireless Mouse – hybrid model with Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz support (via USB-dongle).
• 🖱️ Xiaomi Mi Wireless Mouse Lite – budget version with Bluetooth 4.2.

If your model is not included in the list, check the box or the official Xiaomi website - sometimes the manufacturer updates the firmware by adding Bluetooth support for older devices. USB-receiver, but after the update got the opportunity to work on Bluetooth.

Preparing the mouse and laptop for connection

Before pairing, make sure both devices are ready to communicate, neglecting this step is the main cause of errors such as "Device not found" or "Disconnected".

Turn on Bluetooth on your laptop

Charge the mouse (or insert the battery)

Put the mouse in pairing mode

Remove old connections (if the mouse has already been synced to another device)

Update Bluetooth drivers on your laptop-->

Testing the mouse charge:

• 🔋 If the model has a battery (Mi Portable Mouse 2), connect it to charge for 10-15 minutes. the indicator should flash or burn red (discharged) or green (charged).
• 🔋 For mi Silent Mouse, use high-quality alkaline cells (e.g. Duracell or Energizer) and a dead battery can cause communication interruptions.

Activation of the coupling mode:

Most Xiaomi models need to hold the on button (usually located at the bottom) for 3-5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing blue and red. Mi Portable Mouse 2 button is combined with the sensor – press it 3 times in a row.

⚠️ Warning: If the light is always blue, the mouse is already connected to another device. To reset the connection, hold the 10 second button until the LED goes out.

3. Bluetooth check on the laptop:

• 💻 Windows: Press Win + A → Check if Bluetooth is enabled in the notification panel. If not, activate it or turn on the adapter physically (some laptops have a separate button).
• 💻 macOS: Open System Settings → Bluetooth and make sure the module is active.
• 🐧 Linux: Enter the hciconfig command in the terminal -a — If the adapter is off, use the sudo hciconfig. hci0 up.

Step-by-step connection instruction on Windows 10/11

The algorithm for the latest versions of Windows is the same, but in Windows 11 the interface is slightly changed.

Step 1. Open the Bluetooth menu:

• 🖥️ Windows 10: Start → Parameters (⚙️) → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
• 🖥️ Windows 11: Start → Parameters → Bluetooth and devices.

Step 2. Add a new device:

1. Press "Add device" → Choose "Bluetooth".
2. Find your mouse (the name will be like “Mi Bluetooth Mouse” or “Mi Bluetooth Mouse "MI_MOUSE_XX").
3. Click on it and wait for the pairing to complete (it can take up to 30 seconds).

Step 3. Check the performance:

Once you've connected, move the mouse, the cursor should respond smoothly. If you're moving, check:

• 🔄 Distance to laptop (no more than 10 meters without obstacles).
• 📶 The presence of interference from other Bluetooth devices (earphones, smartphones).
• 🔋 Mouse charge level (at a rate below 20%, lags are possible).

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If the mouse connects but the wheel or side buttons don’t work, update the Bluetooth drivers via Device Manager (Bluetooth Adapters section).

Connection to macOS: features and nuances

On Apple computers, pairing is easier, but there are specific issues with the Bluetooth protocol. For example, Xiaomi mice may not work correctly with macOS due to conflicting HID profiles.

Instructions for macOS Ventura/Monterey/Sonoma:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Make sure the mouse is in pairing mode (the indicator flashes).
3. In the list, find the device and click "Connect".
4. If you request a "Trusted Device", select "Allow".

Frequent problems on macOS:

• 🚫 Mouse connects but does not move: Go to System Settings → Select "Use as a secondary mouse".
• 🔄 Unintentionally shut down: Open the terminal and type: sudo defaults write /Library/Preferences/com.apple.Bluetooth.plist ControllerPowerState -int 1 Then restart the laptop.

⚠️ Note: On macOS, Xiaomi mice may conflict with Apple's Magic Mouse. If you use both at the same time, disable the second while you set up.

Linux Connection: Commands and Error Solutions

On Linux, pairing requires terminal knowledge, but provides more diagnostic options, and here is a general guide for Ubuntu/Debian and Arch Linux distributions.

Step 1. Check the status of Bluetooth:

Open the terminal and enter:

systemctl status bluetooth

If the service is not active, run it:

sudo systemctl start bluetooth


sudo systemctl enable bluetooth

Step 2: Search and pair the mouse:

1. In the bluetoothctl interface, type: power on agent on scan on
2. Find it. MAC-mouse address (to be in format) XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX Mi Mouse).
3. Connect: pair XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX connect XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

Solving typical mistakes:

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On Linux, Xiaomi mice can require manually setting an HID profile. If the cursor does not move after connecting, type the command into bluetoothctl

trust XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

What to do if the laptop can not see the Xiaomi mouse?

If the device doesn't show up on the list of available devices, the problem can be in both the mouse and the laptop.

1. Reboot the Bluetooth module: 🖥️ Windows: Open Device Manager, find Bluetooth adapter, right-click → "Enable" (if disabled) or "Update the driver". 🐧 Linux: Sudo systemctl restart bluetooth.

Check compatibility.

Xiaomi mice with Bluetooth 5.0 (such as Mi Portable Mouse 2) may not work with laptops older than 2015, where Bluetooth 4.0 is installed. USB-receiver (if hybrid model) or update the Bluetooth adapter of the laptop.

Remove the "junk" connections

In Windows, open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and remove all old Xiaomi mice. In Linux, use the command

bluetoothctl remove XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

Check for interference.

Disable other Bluetooth devices (earphones, keyboards) as they can block the channel, and avoid placing the mouse next to Wi-Fi routers or microwaves.

Optimizing the mouse after connecting

Even after successful pairing, a mouse may not work perfectly, either twitching, braking, or discharging too quickly, and this is how to improve its performance.

• ⚡ Turn off Bluetooth power saving: In Windows, go to Control Panel → Power supply → Setting up a power supply plan → Change additional settings. Find the section "Wireless network adapter settings" → Power saving mode and set "maximum performance".
• 🔧 Set sensitivity: In Mouse Settings (Start) → Parameters → Devices → Mouse adjust the speed of the pointer. Xiaomi optimal value is 6-8 out of 10.
• 🔋 Extend the battery life: If the mouse is discharged in 1-2 days, turn off the backlight (if any) or use the "Energy Saving" mode (relevant to Mi Portable Mouse 2).

⚠️ Note: If the Xiaomi mouse started twitching after the Windows update, roll back the Bluetooth driver: in Device Manager, right-click on the adapter → Properties → Driver. → Recoil.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi's mouse connection