How to Connect a Logitech Mouse (USB, Bolt and Bluetooth)

To connect a Logitech mouse, either plug its USB receiver into the computer and switch the mouse on, or put the mouse into pairing mode (hold the Connect or Easy-Switch button for about 3 seconds until the light blinks fast) and add it through your computer’s Bluetooth settings. That covers how to connect Logitech mouse models in nearly every case; the only extra step is when you need to pair a mouse to a new or replacement receiver, which is done in Logitech’s free Logi Options+ app.

Below are step-by-step instructions for each connection type, the current menu paths for Windows 11, macOS, ChromeOS, iPad and Android, and a troubleshooting table for when the mouse will not respond.

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How to Connect Logitech Mouse Models: Identify Your Connection Type First

Before you start, check what came in the box and the logos on the mouse and receiver. This decides which method below you need.

Many current mice, such as the Logitech M720 Triathlon, the Lift and the MX series, support both a receiver and Bluetooth. Gaming mice such as the G305 use LIGHTSPEED only, while the G502 X Plus and similar models add Bluetooth on some versions.

How to Connect a Logi Mouse to a Laptop With the USB Receiver

This is the simplest and most reliable method, especially for gaming, because the receiver connection is low latency and works even before Windows loads.

1. Find the receiver. It is often stored inside the battery compartment or in a slot under the mouse.
2. Plug it into a USB port. Use a USB-A port directly on the laptop or PC. If your laptop has only USB-C, use a USB-C to USB-A adapter, or a Bolt USB-C receiver if your mouse supports Bolt.
3. Insert batteries or charge the mouse. Remove the plastic tab if it is new.
4. Switch the mouse on. The power switch is underneath. Most mice show a green light briefly.
5. Select the right channel (Easy-Switch mice only). Press the Easy-Switch button until the light for channel 1 is lit; receivers are usually paired to channel 1 from the factory.
6. Move the mouse. The pointer should respond within a few seconds as Windows or macOS installs the generic driver automatically.

Tip: If your PC tower sits under a desk, use a USB extension cable to bring the receiver within about a foot of the mouse. Metal desks, USB 3.0 ports and Wi-Fi routers close to the receiver can all cause 2.4 GHz interference and stutter.

How to Pair a Logitech Mouse Over Bluetooth

Bluetooth frees a USB port and lets one mouse switch between several computers or a tablet. Start by putting the mouse into pairing mode:

1. Switch the mouse on.
2. If it has an Easy-Switch button (usually underneath, labeled 1-2-3), press it to choose a free channel.
3. Press and hold the Easy-Switch or Connect button for about 3 seconds until the light blinks rapidly. The mouse is now discoverable.

Then complete the pairing on your device:

Windows 11

1. Open Settings (Windows key + I) and select Bluetooth & devices.
2. Make sure Bluetooth is turned On.
3. Select Add device, then Bluetooth.
4. Choose your mouse from the list (for example “MX Master 3S” or “M720 Triathlon”).
5. Wait for “Your device is ready to go,” then select Done.

On Windows 10 the route is similar: Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices > Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth.

macOS

1. Open the Apple menu and choose System Settings.
2. Select Bluetooth in the sidebar and make sure it is on.
3. Find the mouse under nearby devices and click Connect.

ChromeOS

1. Select the clock area to open Quick Settings.
2. Select the Bluetooth tile or arrow, then Pair new device.
3. Choose the mouse from the list.

iPad (iPadOS)

1. Open Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Tap the mouse under Other Devices.

Android

1. Open Settings > Connected devices > Pair new device. On some phones (Samsung, for example) the path is Settings > Connections > Bluetooth.
2. Tap the mouse name and confirm.

Menu names vary slightly by manufacturer and update, but every system has a Bluetooth page with an option to add or pair a new device.

How to Pair a Logitech Mouse to a New Receiver (Logi Options+)

You need this if you lost the original receiver, bought a spare Logi Bolt USB Receiver, or want one receiver to run your mouse and keyboard together. Logitech has moved pairing for both Bolt and Unifying receivers into Logi Options+, which runs on Windows 10 or later and recent versions of macOS.

1. Install Logi Options+ from Logitech’s support site and open it. On a Mac, allow the Accessibility and Bluetooth permissions it requests, or it cannot see devices.
2. Plug in the receiver you want to pair to.
3. Click Add device (top right) and choose Logi Bolt receiver or Unifying receiver to match the logo on your receiver.
4. Put the mouse in pairing mode. Switch it on, select a channel with Easy-Switch, then hold the Connect or Easy-Switch button for about 3 seconds until the light blinks rapidly.
5. Complete the security check (Bolt only). For a Bolt mouse, Options+ asks you to click the left and right buttons in a shown sequence. This authentication is one reason Bolt is preferred in offices.
6. Confirm. The mouse appears on the Options+ home screen. Repeat to add up to six devices.

On a Chromebook or locked-down work PC, use Logi Web Connect, Logitech’s browser-based pairing tool for Bolt and Unifying receivers. It runs in Chrome or Edge; you select the receiver, grant the browser permission to access it, then follow the same pairing steps.

Important: a Bolt mouse will not pair with a Unifying receiver, and vice versa. Basic nano receivers that came with budget mice are generally locked to their original mouse.

Logitech G Mice: Pairing a LIGHTSPEED Receiver

Logitech G gaming mice such as the G305, G502 Lightspeed and PRO X Superlight use LIGHTSPEED, a separate 2.4 GHz system tuned for low latency. They come pre-paired. If you need to pair a replacement LIGHTSPEED receiver, install Logitech G HUB, plug in the new receiver, and use the pairing option for LIGHTSPEED receivers in G HUB while the mouse is switched on. A Unifying or Bolt receiver will not work with a LIGHTSPEED mouse.

Logi Mouse Setup After Connecting

Once connected, the mouse works with basic functions immediately. Install software only if you want extra features:

• Logi Options+ (productivity mice such as MX, M-series, Lift): customize buttons, gestures, scroll speed, and Logi Flow for using one mouse across two computers.
• Logitech G HUB (gaming mice): DPI steps, polling rate, button macros, lighting and onboard memory profiles.
• Pointer speed in the OS: on Windows 11, Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mouse > Mouse pointer speed; on macOS, System Settings > Mouse > Tracking speed.

For gaming, a common starting point is 800 or 1600 DPI with Windows pointer speed left at the default middle setting, then adjust in-game sensitivity.

Troubleshooting: Logitech Mouse Not Connecting

If Bluetooth pairing keeps failing, remove the old entry first: on Windows 11, Settings > Bluetooth & devices, click the three-dot menu next to the mouse and choose Remove device, then pair again. On a Mac, click the info button next to the mouse in Bluetooth settings and choose Forget This Device.

Receiver vs Bluetooth: Which Should You Use?

For gaming, use the receiver. For a laptop you carry around, Bluetooth avoids losing the dongle. Multi-device mice let you use both: receiver on your desktop, Bluetooth on your laptop.

Gear That Helps

• Logitech Bolt USB Receiver (USB-A · up to 6 Bolt devices · secure pairing): a replacement or second receiver for Bolt mice and keyboards.
• Logitech M720 Triathlon (receiver + Bluetooth · 3-device Easy-Switch · AA battery): a multi-device mouse that pairs three computers or tablets.
• Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse (Logi Bolt + Bluetooth · vertical grip · 3 channels): a comfortable option if wrist strain is part of the reason you are setting up a new mouse.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I put my Logitech mouse in pairing mode?

Switch it on, then press and hold the Connect or Easy-Switch button for about 3 seconds until the light blinks rapidly. A slow blink usually means it is searching for an already-paired device instead.

Can I connect a Logitech mouse without the USB receiver?

Only if the mouse supports Bluetooth; look for the Bluetooth symbol or an Easy-Switch button. Receiver-only mice need either the original receiver or a compatible replacement paired through Logi Options+ or G HUB.

Why is my Logitech mouse not connecting to my laptop?

The most common causes are a weak battery, the wrong Easy-Switch channel, or the mouse not being in pairing mode. Try a fresh battery, select channel 1, and remove and re-add the Bluetooth device.

Can one Logitech receiver work with two mice?

Bolt and Unifying receivers can each hold up to six compatible devices, so you can pair a mouse and keyboard, or two mice, to one receiver. Basic nano and most LIGHTSPEED receivers support only their own device.

Do I need Logi Options+ to use my mouse?

No. The mouse works with built-in drivers. Options+ is only needed for pairing new receivers and customizing buttons, gestures and scrolling.

Does a Logitech mouse work with a Mac?

Yes, over Bluetooth or a receiver. Install Logi Options+ if you want customization, and grant the permissions macOS asks for.