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Apple Mouse Buttons

Apps Used: Mac OS

If you're using an Apple Magic Mouse, it's not initially obvious that there's a right-click button, but it is there. On this page, you'll find instructions to activate it.

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Ever since 1984 Apple’s first mouse in 1984, Apple has insisted on making a mouse that works for left and right-handed users out of the box.

The original Apple Mouse, circa 1984

If you have an Apple Magic Mouse, you need to set up it’s right-click settings. To do so, go to  menu > System Preferences > Mouse. Check the box for Secondary Click.

Turn on Secondary Click in System Preferences

That’s it! Now you can right-click with your Apple mouse.

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